July 07, 2025

Discipling Our Children

32 minutes

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Today's episode will help us understand the importance of consistent, intentional time with our kids and how to model repentance and discipleship in everyday life.

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The Importance of Discipling Our Children | Disciple Makers Podcast

In this episode of the Disciple Makers Podcast, hosts Josh Howard, Jason, and Ishmael dive into the crucial topic of discipling our children. They explore the significance of intentionality in parenting and how quality time equates to quantity time. The hosts share practical steps, such as setting up standing stones to remind children of God's works, as well as personal experiences and methods they use to disciple their own kids. They emphasize the importance of loving your spouse and confessing mistakes as key principles of discipleship. The episode concludes with an encouraging reminder that we are not alone in this journey—Jesus and the Holy Spirit are with us, helping us every step of the way.

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Key Takeaways

00:00 Introduction and Banter

00:53 Discipling Our Kids

02:56 The Importance of Intentionality

06:08 Loving Our Spouses Well

08:17 Confession and Repentance in Parenting

12:02 Making Up for Lost Time

13:18 Practical Tips for Intentional Parenting

18:44 Intentional Family Time

19:07 The Challenge of Consistency

19:59 Memorizing Scripture with Kids

20:56 The Importance of Saying Yes

25:08 Encouragement for Parents

26:10 Teaching Life Skills and Faith

28:49 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Parenting

30:58 Resources for Family Discipleship

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See Below for a longer description:

So, spending consistent quality time with your kids matters a lot. I take my kids out, one-on-one, every week. It doesn't have to be anything fancy—sometimes, it's just ice cream or a car wash run with my daughter. Over time, these moments build strong relationships and make way for deeper conversations. Plus, we try to do family devotions and prayer time before bed. We're not perfect, but it's a constant effort.

Absolutely. It's crucial to prioritize your kids and give them the best of you, not just what's left. Simple activities, like watching a favorite show together, can mean a lot. The key is to be present and make the most of these moments.

Right. And it's never too late to start. Even if you've missed opportunities before, you can always begin now. Whether it's with your own kids, grandkids, or kids at church, just be intentional. God's grace covers it all, and He’s more than willing to help us on this journey.

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