As the back-to-school season ramps up, we’re revisiting one of the most timely and practical conversations of the year—with a refreshed edition of a listener favorite!
This week kicks off a two-part series all about the back-to-school shopping experience. But instead of just ticking off the supply list, what if you used this annual tradition as a powerful teaching moment? In this refreshed replay, I’ll help you turn those shopping trips into an opportunity to build lifelong financial wisdom in your children—grounded in biblical stewardship.
In this episode, John discusses:
Teaching kids financial wisdom through back-to-school shoppingThe importance of parental influence on children’s financial habitsUsing biblical principles to teach kids about moneyActionable tips for parents to instill money-savvy behavior in their childrenAs parents, back-to-school shopping is a natural opportunity to instill biblical principles and practical money habits that will shape your children’s financial behavior for life.Studies show that parents are the biggest influence on their children’s money habits. Your kids are watching—so use your own financial behavior to model wise choices and faithful stewardship.Teaching kids about money takes time, patience, and repetition. It’s not about one big conversation—it’s about consistently demonstrating the values you want to pass on.Try using the “Show, Tell, Point” approach to walk your kids through budgeting, understanding needs vs. wants, comparison shopping, involving them in choices, and practicing delayed gratification. Each of these teaches a deeper financial lesson—rooted in both wisdom and faith.“There is no better time of year than back-to-school shopping to illustrate some of the core biblical principles and practical money habits that you want to see in your children.”
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