Write It On Their Hearts

What is your plan as a parent for the spiritual formation of your children? In Write It On Their Hearts, Chris and Melissa Swain give practical help for discipling your kids.

The Great Commission and Your Children

In 7 chapters and less than 150 pages, this book is a guide to fulfill the Great Commission in your children. Using the helpful word picture of discipleship as a crockpot, not a microwave, the Swains share their wisdom on six key elements that Jesus modeled in his discipleship: love, prayer, connection Scripture, accountability, and rest.

What the Swains do exceedingly well is making their points memorable. By using the acronym TIME, we see that we can best love our children by giving them Transparency, Intimacy, Meaningfulness, and Empathy. I saw how I need to try to see things from their perspective, whether they are right or wrong, and still understand how they see the world.

True Connection, Challenges and Encouragement

What I was most fascinated by is how we, as parents, can connect with a moment while not necessarily connecting with our child. We might feel connected because of a shared event, but true connection comes with CARE: Compassion, Authenticity, Relevance, and Engagement. Scheduling time together for connection, not necessarily for memorable moments, is something I want to do better.

The Swains aim high with their vision for discipleship, and they give you the tools to help you get there. You will feel challenged as a parent, but also encouraged to give your children your best. With practical tips and a plan in place, you will be equipped to train your children up in the way they should go. Disciple your children and they will not depart from it.

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