FAITH MOM MENTOR - Helping Moms Guide Kids 8-12 to Walk with God

Anne Gurley

I help moms guide kids ages 8–12 to walk with God. You love God, and you want your child to know Him too. But as the middle school years approach, you may feel unprepared for the questions, emotions, influences, and changes your child will face. You are not failing. You simply need biblical guidance, practical tools, and a trusted mentor to help you lead with greater clarity and confidence. The Faith Mom Mentor Podcast helps you strengthen your own walk with God so you can faithfully guide your child through the important ages of 8–12. In each episode, you will find warm, practical, Scripture-centered help for: Teaching your child how to know and trust God Creating simple faith-building rhythms at home Talking about difficult questions with truth and grace Helping your child navigate friendships, emotions, fear, and outside influences Growing in confidence as your child’s most important spiritual mentor Building a peaceful home rooted in biblical truth You do not need to have every answer. You do not need to become a perfect mom. You need a growing relationship with God, a willingness to keep learning, and simple ways to help your child take the next faithful step. Together, we will open God’s Word, apply biblical truth to real family life, and help you move from feeling unprepared to leading your child with wisdom, peace, and purpose. So instead of entering the middle school years overwhelmed and unsure, you can become a calm, credible, and faithful guide—and help your child confidently walk with God.

  1. 3d ago

    EP 83 // How do I help my 8–12-year-old grow in faith when I’m still struggling with my own?

    Are you waiting to feel ready to obey God? Discover how to take your next faithful step—and model real faith for your kids.🔴 Explore Jessica D. Young’s Made Whole Movement, podcast, articles, Story Haven community, retreats, and resources: https://www.PerspectivesIntoPractice.com ⭐️ FREE eBook: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK Some resource links below are affiliate links. I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. 📖 Joshua Bible Study: https://amzn.to/40rPF4o📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible: https://amzn.to/3Ndslol🎬 Watch next: Christian Mom, You Don't Have to Run on Empty https://youtu.be/30sxZe0F8No Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faithmommentor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460 ⏰ Timecodes ⏰0:00 Waiting to Obey God1:20 The Confidence Trap5:03 When Fear Looks Like Wisdom8:57 Peace When Life Feels Overwhelming14:04 Easy Plus One: Grow Faith23:50 Model Faith for Your Kids ⚡️ Free Christian parenting resources: https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog⚡️ FREE 15-Minute Faith Mom Conversation: https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/free-15-minute-faith-mom-conversation #ObeyingGod #ChristianParenting #ChristianMoms #FaithMomMentor #FamilyDiscipleship What if spiritual growth begins not when you feel confident, but when you obey God with the faith you have today? Anne Gurley of Faith Mom Mentor welcomes Jessica D. Young, Christian author, speaker, and founder of the Made Whole Movement, to discuss waiting for readiness versus trusting God with the next faithful step. You'll hear how fear can disguise itself as wisdom, how to find peace amid unanswered questions, and why obedience may look like rest, forgiveness, prayer, or asking for help. Jessica shares her practical “easy plus one” approach: practice one biblical truth, then build from there. It's encouragement for Christian moms who want to grow in faith without adding more pressure. For moms navigating Christian parenting, biblical parenting, parenting preteens and parenting tweens, this conversation connects personal discipleship with raising Christian kids. You don't need flawless faith to practice gospel centered parenting. Let your kids see you pray, read Scripture, apologize, and trust God. Those daily faith conversations with kids can help prepare them for middle school, build a biblical worldview for kids, and make family discipleship real. Faith Mom Mentor helps moms of children ages 8–12 know God's Word, live it out, and guide their children toward lasting faith. Disclaimer: Affiliate links may earn this channel a small commission at no extra cost to you. This content offers faith-based encouragement and is not individualized professional advice.

    EP 83 // How do I help my 8–12-year-old grow in faith when I’m still struggling with my own?
  2. 6d ago

    EP 82 // The ONE Habit That Changes Everything for Your 8-12 Year Old

    What if learning how to create good habits could help your 8–12-year-old trust God before the pressures of middle school?🔴 Start the 50-Day Joshua Bible Study with your family ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o ⭐️ FREE Ebook: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK Some links below are affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. 📖 Joshua Bible Study: Leading Your Family to Victorious Living One Day at a Time ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o 📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol 📓 Horacio Printing ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303Use code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES for 15% off your order. ⚡️ Pair your planner with Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor 🎬 Watch Next: Joshua Family Bible Study — Leading Your Family to Victorious Living One Day at a Timehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa9lW7m6DaEA YouTube: ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/faithmommentor/ ⏰ Suggested Timecodes — adjust to match your final edit ⏰0:00 - The One Habit Kids Need2:30 - Joshua’s Powerful Backstory6:00 - Preparing Kids Before Middle School10:00 - Joshua’s Habit Revealed14:00 - What “Good Success” Means18:00 - Prepare Before the Pressure22:00 - Build Faith as a Family ⚡️ Free Faith Mom Resources ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog⚡️ FREE 15-Minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/free-15-minute-faith-mom-conversation⚡️ Book Anne to Speak ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/speaker-page #ChristianParenting #GoodHabits #FaithMom #MiddleSchool #BibleStudy There are thousands of videos about habits of successful people, good habits, bad habits, the best habits to have in life, the best habits to develop, self improvement, self discipline, and how to change your life. You may even search for the best habits, how to become better, how to improve your life, or the best habits to have. But for Christian parents, there is a deeper question: What habit will help your child trust God when life gets hard? In this video, we look at Joshua and the one habit connected to what God calls “good success”: continually returning to God’s Word, meditating on it, believing it, and doing what it says. This One Habit Will Truly Change Your Life because biblical transformation goes beyond behavior modification or simply trying to become more productive. Whether people are searching for the best habits for students, best habits for men, best habits for a healthy life, masculine man content, Mitch Manly, or Improvement Pill habit advice, Scripture points us toward something deeper. Joshua shows us that true success is not simply about becoming more disciplined or impressive. It is about learning to believe God, obey God, and trust Him when pressure, conflict, disappointment, friendship drama, and difficult decisions come. For an 8–12-year-old preparing for middle school, this matters. Your child will increasingly face decisions and consequences without you standing beside them. Building a consistent habit of Bible reading and Bible study now can help them learn to ask: What does God say is true? Do I believe Him? What is the wise next step? The 50-Day Joshua Bible Study helps families practice those conversations together through courage, obedience, fear, conflict, consequences, decisions, failure, God’s promises, and victorious living one day at a time. Our mission at Life and Peace Ministries and Faith Mom Mentor is to help moms prepare their 8–12-year-olds spiritually before the pressures of middle school arise. Disclaimer: Some links may be affiliate links. Recommendations reflect resources I genuinely believe can help families grow in faith.

    EP 82 // The ONE Habit That Changes Everything for Your 8-12 Year Old
  3. Oct 8

    EP 81 // When Your Child Questions Their Faith, Don’t Make This Mistake

    When your child questions their faith, your response can either keep the conversation open—or quietly shut it down.🔴 Get Sheila Krygsheld’s book, What Makes You Say That?: How to Study What You Believe So You Can Share It with Others ➡️ https://amzn.to/4xVDZWe ⭐️ FREE 15-Minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/free-15-minute-faith-mom-conversation Some links in this description are affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission if you purchase through them at no additional cost to you. 📘 What Makes You Say That? by Sheila Krygsheld ➡️ https://amzn.to/4xVDZWe 🎁 BOOK GIVEAWAY: Share this video on social media and tag Sheila Krygsheld and Faith Mom Mentor. One winner will be selected 30 days after this episode airs. 🎬 Listen Next: Your Child's Toughest Questions About God - EP 63 // Your Child's Toughest Question About God—Can You Answer It? Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/faithmommentor/YouTube: ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1 0:00 - Laying the Foundation for Credible Witnessing1:25 - Defining the Role of a Credible Witness3:45 - Why Middle School Years Are a Critical Turning Point7:02 - The Power of Asking Questions Within Questions11:37 - When Your Life Doesn't Match Your Words18:09 - Qualities That Strengthen Your Credibility27:21 - Standing Firm Without Being Argumentative #ChristianParenting #ChristianMoms #TweenFaith #FamilyDiscipleship #FaithMomMentor What should you do when your child is questioning faith? In this conversation with Bible teacher, researcher, author, mom, and grandmother Sheila Krygsheld, we talk about how Christian parenting can create a safe place for hard questions instead of turning faith conversations into arguments. You’ll learn how to become a credible spiritual witness by seeking truth, asking better questions, listening calmly, admitting when you do not know, apologizing when you respond poorly, and helping your child search Scripture. For Christian moms raising kids ages 8–12, these skills matter during the middle school years when friends, teachers, social media, and culture begin shaping what children believe. If you’re navigating child questioning faith, this conversation covers Christian parenting tweens, Christian parenting preteens, tween faith, middle school faith, faith formation, family discipleship, biblical parenting, teaching kids the Bible, helping kids know Jesus, Christian apologetics for parents, how to talk to kids about faith, Christian middle school parenting, and raising Christian kids. If you want your child to keep coming to you with difficult questions, your goal is not to win every argument. It is to become a calm, trustworthy guide who points them back to Scripture and helps them build a thoughtful, personal faith. The mission of Faith Mom Mentor is to help Christian moms know God deeply and teach their tweens faithfully through biblical parenting, family discipleship, and practical conversations about faith.

    EP 81 // When Your Child Questions Their Faith, Don’t Make This Mistake
  4. Oct 5

    EP 80 // 5 Reasons to TALK to Your Child About SEX Before Middle School

    Christian parenting tweens and biblical parenting for kids ages 8–12 means building wisdom about sex, safety, choices, and discernment.🔴 Recommended resource: Sex-Wise Parent — The Ultimate Parent’s Playbook for Protecting Kids, Building Strong Families, and Navigating the Talk on Sex, Love, and Safety ➡️ https://amzn.to/3S98etM ⭐️ Want help deciding how to start with your child? Schedule a free 15-minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/free-15-minute-faith-mom-conversation Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. =============================Resources Mentioned 📘 Common Sense Media teen pornography report: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/research/report/2022-teens-and-pornography-final-web.pdf 🎬 Watch Next: Talk to Your Tween About Sex Before the Internet Does — https://youtu.be/HJOpD8DKzUc ===========================Connect with Faith Mom Mentor YouTube: ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/faithmommentor/Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460 ⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Why Start Early00:32 Why Ages Eight to Twelve01:23 Proverbs Five Framework01:39 Be Their Trusted Source03:29 Learning From Regret04:46 Teaching Discernment07:59 Small Talks Over Time09:07 Honest About Temptation11:58 When Your Story Hurts13:45 Fit The Child14:56 Safety Net Independence17:23 God Sees The Path18:28 Goals For The Talk19:49 How To Get Help20:30 Final Reflection #ChristianParenting #BiblicalParenting #ParentingTweens #TweenFaith Talking with kids about sex before middle school is not about giving them adult freedom too soon. It is about helping them build discernment while they still have a strong safety net. Using Proverbs 5 as a framework, we look at how Christian moms can become a trusted source, talk honestly about curiosity and temptation, and help kids think beyond the immediate moment to choices, paths, and outcomes. You’ll also see why small conversations over time can be more useful than one “big talk,” how to adapt the conversation to your child, and how biblical parenting can prepare tweens for increasing independence without relying on fear or shame. Our mission at Faith Mom Mentor is to help Christian moms prepare kids for middle school with stronger faith, wiser decision-making, and a trust-based parent-child relationship. Affiliate disclosure: I only share resources I believe may be useful. Purchases made through affiliate links may provide a commission at no extra cost to you.

    EP 80 // 5 Reasons to TALK to Your Child About SEX Before Middle School
  5. Oct 1

    EP 79 // Talk to Your Tween About Sex Before the Internet Does

    Christian parenting tweens means preparing kids ages 8–12 to talk about sex, boundaries, puberty, and online safety.🔴 Get The Sex-Wise Parent by Dr. Janet Rosenzweig ➡️ https://amzn.to/3S98etM ⭐️ FREE EBOOK: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK 🌐 Learn more from Dr. Janet Rosenzweig ➡️ https://sexwiseparent.com Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. 📘 Joshua Bible Study ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o 📚 Free Resources ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog 📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol 🗓 Horacio Printing Planner — save 15% with code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303 ⚡ Pair your planner with Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor 🎬 Watch Next: Why Christian Moms Need Boundaries (It's Biblical) ➡️ https://youtu.be/Yf0m1re9-oA Facebook ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460Instagram ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/lifeandpeaceministries/YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1 ⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Why Parents Must Lead00:30 Meet Dr. Rosenzweig01:25 Her Story & Mission03:21 Beyond the Big Talk04:56 Confidence Over Embarrassment07:36 Teaching Boundaries Early08:17 Puberty, Values & Family Rules11:23 Online Risks & Deepfakes15:48 Practical Steps for Parents17:31 Where to Learn More18:07 Final Encouragement & Next Video #ChristianParenting #ChristianMoms #ParentingTweens #Podmatch #OnlineSafety How do you talk to kids about sex without fear, embarrassment, or waiting until a crisis forces the conversation? In this episode, Dr. Janet Rosenzweig, author of The Sex-Wise Parent, helps Christian moms understand why healthy, age-appropriate conversations should begin before puberty. We discuss Christian parenting tweens through clear family values, body safety, privacy, healthy boundaries, puberty, online risks, deepfakes, and practical family rules. You’ll learn how to talk to kids about sex in a way that is medically accurate, age appropriate, and grounded in your family’s faith and values. For moms raising kids ages 8–12, the goal isn’t one perfect “big talk.” It’s becoming a safe, informed, trustworthy parent your tween can come to with questions. Our mission at Faith Mom Mentor is to help Christian moms know God deeply and teach their tweens faithfully. Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and is not medical or mental health advice. Some links may be affiliate links, which may provide a commission at no extra cost to you.

    EP 79 // Talk to Your Tween About Sex Before the Internet Does
  6. Sep 28

    EP 78 // Help Your Daughter Survive Tween Friendship Drama

    Christian parenting for tween girl moms: help 8 to 12-year-old daughters face friendship rejection without letting it define them.🔴 Book your FREE 15-minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/offers/PYo69atf/checkout With faith-based parenting and Proverbs 18:13, Romans 12:17–21, and 1 John 4:9–11, learn how to handle middle school friendship drama with truth, wise help, and faithful action.   ⭐️ FREE EBOOK: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK Some links below are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them at no additional cost to you. =============================Resources  📖 Joshua Bible Study ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol🗓 Horacio Printing Planner — save 15% with code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303⚡️ Pair your planner with Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor 🎬 Watch Next: Why Christian Moms Need Boundaries (It's Biblical) ➡️ https://youtu.be/Yf0m1re9-oA ===========================Connect with us! Facebook ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460Instagram ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/lifeandpeaceministries/Faith Mom Mentor Channel ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1Free Resources ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog ⏰ Timecodes ⏰0:00 Navigating Tween Friendship Struggles0:48 Step One: Remember What Is True5:17 Step Two: Check the Facts9:13 Step Three: Getting Wise Help12:34 Step Four: Choosing a Faithful Response17:37 Practical Steps for This Week ===========================Ways to work with Faith Mom Mentor ⚡️ Free 15-minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/offers/PYo69atf/checkout⚡️ Book Anne to speak at your event ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/speaker-page #ChristianParenting #TweenGirls #FaithBasedParenting #ChristianMoms #FriendshipDrama When an 8 to 12-year-old daughter feels excluded, left out, or rejected, the friendship problem can quickly become an identity problem. In this video, Christian moms learn a simple four-step framework—remember, check, get help, and choose—to guide tween girls through friendship struggles without minimizing the hurt or letting another child’s opinion define their worth. You’ll learn how to separate facts from assumptions, listen before correcting, recognize when adult help is needed, and help your daughter choose a faithful response even when she cannot control the outcome. We also explore forgiveness, healthy boundaries, wise counsel, and how everyday friendship drama can become a discipleship opportunity. Deuteronomy 6:6–7 reminds us that these ordinary moments are places to teach God’s truth diligently. Our mission at Faith Mom Mentor is to equip Christian moms to disciple their 8–12-year-olds with biblical truth before the pressures of the middle school years intensify. Disclaimer: Some links in this description are affiliate links. I may receive a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.

    EP 78 // Help Your Daughter Survive Tween Friendship Drama
  7. Sep 24

    EP 77 // Breaking the Cycle of Fear in Your Home | Christian Mom of Tween

    Learn how Christian moms of kids 8-12 can overcome fear by training their minds to reach for God’s truth first.🔴 Train The Joy Reflex™ with Jenna Schutt’s FREE faith-based resources and encouragement ➡️ https://www.jennaschutt.com/ ---  Free 7-Day Joy Reflex Guide | Faith with Jenna ⭐️ Need encouragement for your own motherhood journey? Book a FREE 15-Minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/offers/PYo69atf/checkout Some links in this description are affiliate links, which means we may receive a small commission if you purchase through them at no additional cost to you. 📖 Joshua Bible Study ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o 📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol 🗓 Horacio Printing ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303Use code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES for 15% off your entire order. ⚡️ Pair your planner with Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor 🎬 Watch Next: Why Christian Moms Feel Spiritually Drained — Even When They're Trying So Hard ➡️ https://youtu.be/4yBGvHPcz5Y?si=aeNurfGyohHTPLmW Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460 Instagram: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/lifeandpeaceministries/ YouTube: ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1 ⚡️ FREE 15-Minute Faith Mom Conversation ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/offers/PYo69atf/checkout ⚡️ FREE Faith-Based Resources ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog ⚡️ FREE Ebook: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK ⚡️ Book Anne to Speak at Your Event ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/speaker-page #ChristianMom #FaithOverFear #ChristianMotherhood #RenewYourMind #PodmatchTimecodes: 00:00 When Fear Takes Over 00:22 Meet Jenna Schutt01:32 Her Health Journey 03:50 Joy Without Denial 07:33 Why Fear Feels First 10:52 Train Truth Daily 13:30 Modeling Faith for Kids 18:59 Faith Shapes the Home 21:38 One Verse Practice 25:49 Free Guide and Next Steps 28:01 Final Encouragement Fear may show up in motherhood, but it does not have to become the first voice you follow. In this conversation, Faith Mom Mentor sits down with Jenna Schutt, founder of Faith with Jenna and creator of The Joy Reflex™, to talk about how Christian moms can overcome fear by practicing faith, peace, and joy before the pressure comes. After walking through a rare and aggressive bone marrow disease, chemotherapy, serious complications, and a stem cell transplant while raising two young boys, Jenna discovered the difference between knowing God’s Word and learning to reach for God’s truth when fear, anxiety, and “what if” thoughts begin to take over. She explains why faith does not deny difficult circumstances, how renewing your mind with Scripture creates a new pattern of response, and why the way a mom responds to fear can influence the atmosphere of her home. In this video, you’ll learn:• Why fear can become our automatic response in stressful moments• How Romans 12:2 connects to renewing your mind with God’s truth• How The Joy Reflex™ helps make faith, peace, and joy a practiced response• Why children learn how to respond to fear by watching their parents• How one Scripture can become an anchor throughout your day• Simple ways busy Christian moms can practice biblical truth without adding another overwhelming task• How faith-filled friendships can help you stay grounded when life gets hard You do not need to memorize every Bible verse about fear or anxiety. Start with one truth. Read it. Write it somewhere you can see it. Speak it out loud. Pray it. Practice returning to it when fear rises. The goal is to let God’s truth become your first response instead of your last resort. Our mission at Faith Mom Mentor is to help moms know God deeply and teach their children faithfully, so they can build resilient, Christ-centered faith in their homes. Disclaimer: This content is provided for faith-based encouragement and educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Some links may be affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.

    EP 77 // Breaking the Cycle of Fear in Your Home | Christian Mom of Tween
  8. Sep 21

    EP 76 // How to Teach Your Child to Hear God’s Voice (Before Middle School)

    Christian mom of kids 8–12? Teach your child how to hear God's voice biblically and grow in discernment before middle school. 🔴 FREE Gospel Clarity Study Guide for moms of kids ages 8–12 ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/gospel-clarity-study-guide ⭐️ FREE EBOOK: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK How do you teach your child to recognize God's leading without encouraging them to label every thought or feeling “God told me”? In this episode, you'll learn a simple biblical framework for helping kids ages 8–12 practice discernment: STOP, TEST, and RESPOND. Using the story of Samuel and Eli in 1 Samuel 3, we'll talk about how Christian moms can point their children toward God without becoming their permanent spiritual interpreter. When your child wonders, “Is God speaking to me?” teach them to test that thought with three questions: • Does this agree with God's Word?• Does this fit God's character?• Does this hold up through prayer and godly counsel? Then help them RESPOND by taking the next faithful step. You'll also learn how to distinguish conviction from condemnation, practice discernment through real-life scenarios, and establish the gospel as the foundation before the pressures and competing voices of middle school grow louder. ⏰ EPISODE CHAPTERS00:00 - Teach Stop Test Respond02:34 - Gospel First Foundation03:15 - Eli and Samuel Lesson04:56 - Middle School Voices Ahead06:49 - Three Tests Framework07:01 - Test One Scripture Standard08:40 - Test Two Character Check10:56 - Test Three Prayer Counsel13:13 - Respond and Take Steps13:35 - Practice Scenarios Activity16:26 - Recheck Gospel Bridge18:07 - Study Guide and Wrap Up 🎧 LISTEN NEXT:EP 74 // Why Being a Good Kid Doesn't Mean They're Savedhttps://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/podcasts/faith-mom-mentor-helping-moms-guide-kids-8-12-to-walk-with-god/episodes/2149252456 =============================RESOURCES 📖 Joshua Bible Study ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o 📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol 📓 Horacio Printing ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303Use code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES for 15% off. ⚡️ Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor =============================CONNECT + WORK WITH US Facebook ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460Instagram ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/lifeandpeaceministries/Faith Mom Mentor YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1 ⚡️ Free Christian parenting resources ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog⚡️ Faith Mom Mentor Session ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/schedule-a-faith-mom-mentor-session⚡️ Book Anne to speak ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/speaker-page We're not raising children who call every passing thought God's voice. We're helping our kids know Jesus, know His Word, pray, seek wise counsel, practice biblical discernment, and faithfully follow Him. Our mission at Life and Peace Ministries and Faith Mom Mentor is to equip Christian moms to intentionally disciple their kids and prepare them spiritually for the tween and middle-school years. Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Life and Peace Ministries may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. #ChristianParenting #ChristianMoms #BiblicalParenting #ParentingTweens

    EP 76 // How to Teach Your Child to Hear God’s Voice (Before Middle School)
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I help moms guide kids ages 8–12 to walk with God. You love God, and you want your child to know Him too. But as the middle school years approach, you may feel unprepared for the questions, emotions, influences, and changes your child will face. You are not failing. You simply need biblical guidance, practical tools, and a trusted mentor to help you lead with greater clarity and confidence. The Faith Mom Mentor Podcast helps you strengthen your own walk with God so you can faithfully guide your child through the important ages of 8–12. In each episode, you will find warm, practical, Scripture-centered help for: Teaching your child how to know and trust God Creating simple faith-building rhythms at home Talking about difficult questions with truth and grace Helping your child navigate friendships, emotions, fear, and outside influences Growing in confidence as your child’s most important spiritual mentor Building a peaceful home rooted in biblical truth You do not need to have every answer. You do not need to become a perfect mom. You need a growing relationship with God, a willingness to keep learning, and simple ways to help your child take the next faithful step. Together, we will open God’s Word, apply biblical truth to real family life, and help you move from feeling unprepared to leading your child with wisdom, peace, and purpose. So instead of entering the middle school years overwhelmed and unsure, you can become a calm, credible, and faithful guide—and help your child confidently walk with God.

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