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How do I help my child believe in God?
7 Things You Can Do
- Remember, your child’s belief in God is NOT your job.
- Show the love of Jesus to your unbelieving child!
- Empathize with your child’s doubts and struggles.
- Ask truly curious questions about faith.
- Keep the posture of an ally not an adversary.
- Invite them to grade you.
Why do we need to guidance of the Holy Spirit before making a decision?
It is the Holy Spirit who can guide our choices even as we have freedom to make them. The Holy Spirit of God and Jesus has a place in our decision making. He is our guide, our source of light and the revealer of the way of truth. Let’s trust him with our decisions, big or small!
How do kids feel about God?
School-age children believe that God is in direct controlof their lives – much more so than adolescents or adults. When parents are more supportive of a child’s autonomy– giving her a sense that she is control of her own life – a child ismore likely to see God as a more forgiving God.
How do we make decisions according to God’s will?
SEEK GOD’S COUNSEL THROUGH HIS WORD Simply, talk to God and ask Him to show you His will and read your Bible. These things must be connected to making a wise and godly decision. God will NEVER, NEVER, NEVER ask you to make a decision that goes against His word…
How can I teach my child the Bible?
Find ways to get making them excited to learn about Jesus and the Bible. Help them grow in their relationship with God and learn to love Him. Be patient even if it takes a while….Teach a Bible verse.
- Know the verse well; memorize it yourself before teaching the kids.
- Explain the verse in terms that they can understand.
What would you do if a child asks you a question you do not know the answer to?
How to Respond When Your Child Asks You Questions You Can’t Answer
- Don’t assume curiosity is skepticism.
- Don’t dismiss the question with trite answers.
- Don’t over-answer the question.
- Don’t assume answers will satisfy the questioner.
- Make your home a great place to raise doubts.
How do you teach children about the gift of the Holy Ghost?
Emphasize that when we receive the gift of the Holy Ghost at confirmation, we become official members of the Church. Review with the children the steps on the chart, starting with faith in Jesus Christ. Write the words of the fourth article of faith on the chalkboard. Repeat it aloud with the children.
What is the gift of the Holy Ghost and why is it?
The gift of the Holy Ghost is one of God’s greatest gifts to us. Through the Holy Ghost we may know that God lives, that Jesus is the Christ, and that His Church has been restored to the earth. We may have the promptings of the Holy Ghost to show us all the things we should do (see 2 Nephi 32:5).
How can I be worthy of the help of the Holy Ghost?
To be worthy to have the help of the Holy Ghost, we must seek earnestly to obey the commandments of God. We must keep our thoughts and actions pure. The Holy Ghost usually communicates with us quietly.
Can I receive inspiration and guidance from the Holy Ghost?
However, there is no guarantee that the person will receive inspiration and guidance from the Holy Ghost just because the elders have laid their hands on his or her head. Each person must “receive the Holy Ghost.”