Ep. 151: Why Family Devotionals Matter (With Melissa and Michael Kruger)

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of family devotionals and how to implement them effectively with children.

We know we’re supposed to read the Bible with our kids. But sometimes, we overlook the why of its importance. In this episode, Melissa and Michael Kruger approach the topic of family devotionals in a way that makes it seem doable—because it is! It’s not about perfection but instead intention. And with their new book. The Good News Family Devotional, they’ve created a resource that walks parents through the process of teaching God’s Word (in this case, the gospel of Mark) to our children. Our best advice? Just start somewhere, and then stay the course, trusting the Lord to direct your path and sustain you every step of the way. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA10 at checkout to get your first month for only $10! Guest Info: Melissa and Michael Kruger - Authors of The Good News Family Devotional: 52 Weeks Through the Gospel of Mark Want to Buy Their New Devotional? Go Grab One Here! Bible References: 2 Peter 1:3 Ephesians 2:8-9 Romans 3:23 2 Timothy 1:5 Isaiah 55:11 2 Corinthians 12:9…

People in this episode

Host: Abbie Halberstadt

Guests: Melissa Kruger, Michael Kruger

Topics covered

• family devotionals
• parenting
• Bible reading
• Christian education
• intentionality in family
• gospel teaching

Keywords

• family devotionals
• Bible
• parenting
• Christian resources
• gospel of Mark
• Melissa Kruger
• Michael Kruger
• intentional parenting

Sponsors

Voetberg Music Academy

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Good News Family Devotional, gospel of Mark, 2 Peter 1:3, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:23, 2 Timothy 1:5, Isaiah 55:11, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Deuteronomy 6:5-8, John 15:11

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