Show Notes
Anna and Matt encourage parents to build one simple but powerful habit in their homes: regular Bible reading. Research shows that the single biggest predictor of long-term vibrant faith in kids is whether they regularly read the Bible while growing up—and the good news is, it doesn’t have to be complicated.
A recent Lifeway study found:
Only 29% of kids in Christian households regularly read their Bible.
The spiritual activity with the greatest long-term impact on faith was consistent Bible reading.
Here are simple ways to build a Bible-reading rhythm in your home:
📚 Use Age-Appropriate Bibles
Board books for babies
Toddler storybook Bibles
Preschool and elementary Bibles
365-day children’s Bibles
Kids’ Bible reading plans
Bible journals or coloring books for older kids
🎵 Reinforce Throughout the Day
Memory verse songs
Scripture-based podcasts
Worship music tied to what you're reading
🏡 A Simple Daily Rhythm
Read. Pray. Sing.
📖 Read one short Bible story.
🙏 Pray a simple 10-second prayer.
🎶 Sing a worship song together.
Attach it to a moment that already happens—like bedtime.
💬 Phrases to Use Often
“The Bible is God’s true word. It is from God, about God, and it is true.”
“God is talking to us right now in His Word.”
“Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your Word.” (Psalm 119:18)
🙌 Encouragement for Parents
Miss a night? Grace.
Start again tomorrow.
Celebrate milestones—finishing a Bible, memorizing a verse, remembering a story.
Ordinary moments—like a three-minute bedtime story—shape extraordinary faith.
You are not doing this alone.
You are partnering with the Holy Spirit, who loves your child even more than you do.
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