Biblical Answer

Teaching your children to develop a biblical understanding of identity and self-worth is a vital part of their spiritual growth. This can be achieved by instilling in them a deep understanding of who they are in Christ and the value that they have as children of God. Start by reading Bible stories and using biblical words early and often to infuse godly doctrine and mold their Christian worldview. Make sure your child understands the meaning of biblical concepts such as being created in God's image, being loved and valued by God, and being a steward of their life and resources. As they grow older, encourage them to draw on the knowledge they already have about God and apply it to their questions and struggles. Use open-ended questions to get the conversation started and help you gauge what they are thinking about biblical truth.

Incorporating Jesus into everyday lessons is another effective way to help your children develop a biblical understanding of identity and self-worth. Use the Bible to help them learn colors, the alphabet, and numbers. For example, you can teach them about the character of God by explaining that everything we have comes from the hand of a good Father (James 1:17). This helps them understand that they are not their own, but are a part of something bigger than themselves. As you teach your children, use biblical words and phrases during your everyday routines and sing songs about Jesus. Children love to repeat our words, and it helps them learn to speak and remember biblical truths.

As you teach your children, remember that they are teachable and not proud, self-important, and critical. They are eager to learn and absorb spiritually. Over time, what your children will learn most is to crave that connection they felt as they cuddled up to you and read the Bible. Encourage them to develop a godly character by teaching and training them to fear the Lord and respect others. The goal is that children become people who love Jesus and love others as their own values continue to develop. Part of this process is to teach them that they are not just individuals, but are part of a larger community of believers who are connected to each other and to God. By doing so, you will help your children develop a biblical understanding of identity and self-worth that will last a lifetime.