Training Them Wisely - discipling kids

Ep. 110 Be Rooted in the Word


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Episode Summary

As we begin a new year, we’re focusing on something every parent longs to see in their children: genuine, Christ-centered kindness. In this episode, we move beyond surface-level “being nice” and talk about the kind of heart-level kindness that flows from biblical love.

Kindness doesn’t happen by accident. It is cultivated daily through Scripture, discipleship, modeling, prayer, and real conversations in the everyday moments of family life. Join us as we explore how God grows kindness in our children’s hearts and how moms can faithfully nurture that fruit at home.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode
  • Why true kindness starts in the heart, not behavior alone

  • How biblical love from 1 Corinthians 13 forms the foundation of kindness

  • Simple, daily ways to disciple children toward kindness

  • How to use real-life conflicts as heart-shaping discipleship moments

  • The importance of modeling kindness as parents

  • Teaching kindness in school, co-op, and peer settings

  • Encouragement for moms who feel like progress is slow

    Scripture References
    • 1 Corinthians 13

    • Galatians 5:22–23

      Key Takeaways
      • Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit that God grows as children walk with Him

      • Daily, small moments shape kind hearts more than big events

      • Scripture, prayer, and modeling work together to form lasting character

      • Parents are planting seeds, and God is faithful to bring growth

      • Faithfulness matters more than perfection in the discipleship journey

        Resources Mentioned
        • What the Bible Says About Love Coloring Book

        • Fruit of the Spirit Activity Book

        • Multi-age Bible studies and family discipleship tools available at TrainingThemWisely.com

          Encouragement for Moms

          If kindness doesn’t appear overnight, don’t lose heart. You are shaping hearts day by day through Scripture, conversations, prayer, and example. God is at work in ways you may not yet see.

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