I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands.

Devotion based on 2 Timothy 1:5-6

In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Have you ever heard names like Lois or Eunice? They aren’t very common today, but a long time ago, these were the names of Timothy’s grandma and mom. Timothy was a young pastor who loved Jesus, and he got his faith from these two special women.

The apostle Paul, a big helper for Christians back then, knew Lois and Eunice and wrote letters to Timothy to encourage him. But Timothy didn’t start believing in Jesus all by himself—he learned about Jesus from his family first!

Just like Timothy, many children today learn about God from their parents, grandparents, or someone close to them. Maybe someone reads you Bible stories, sings songs about Jesus, or prays with you. That’s how faith starts—at home and in people who love us.

Paul reminded Timothy to keep his faith strong, like fanning a small flame to make a big fire. May the Holy Spirit keep doing that saving work in your homes and hearts. Whisper a little prayer of thanks for the people who have brought Jesus into your life!

Dear God, thank you for the people who helped me learn about you and your love. Please help me keep my faith strong and help me share your love with others when I can. Amen.

The questions below are to help families discuss this devotion. The questions are divided by age group as suggestions, but anyone could reflect on any of the questions as they desire.

Questions for Younger Children

Questions for Elementary Age Children

Questions for Middle School and Above