Parents

The purpose of this devotional is to see what God's Word has to say about the parenting challenges every parent faces.  Each day includes a passage of Scripture and an application of that passage to the trials and triumphs of leading families to maturity in Christ.  The devotionals are created by Parenting by Design, a Fort Worth ministry devoted to teaching parents to lead their children the way God lead His children.

Parenting by Design Daily Devotional

No words can express how amazing it is to hold your newborn child in your arms. Parenting is such a holy and life-changing opportunity. One of the most powerful things a parent can give their child is their prayers for them. In this 5-day Bible plan, Evangelist Matt Brown shares 5 powerful prayers you can pray for your children every day. 

What to Pray For Your Children

Your home is the primary training ground for developing your child’s character, so parenting must be intentional.  We’ve compiled a 14-day devotional for parents, each session concentrating on a different character trait. From toddlers to teenagers, you can adapt these principles for any age. 

Building Character in Your Child

Today, many Baby Boomers are smack dab in the middle of their grandparenting years. They don’t want to be merely adequate grandparents. They want to be rockstar grandparents! Chrys Howard—best known to many as mom of Korie Robertson of Duck Dynasty—shows you how, using lyrics from classic Boomer songs, her own stories as “2-mama” (grandma), and powerful truths in God’s Word.

Rockstar Grandparent

Throughout Scripture, God is called Father. Yet how does He father His children? What parenting principles can we learn by observing His interactions with humanity? This seven-day study will examine key Scriptures which will help you to father like the Father.

Father Like the Father

Dr. Tim Elmore joins with Life.Church to share 12 Huge Mistakes Parents Can Avoid. We all want the best for our kids, but sometimes our own good intentions misdirect their paths. Let’s correct course and lead our children to become thriving adults and fully devoted followers of Christ. For more content, check out finds.life.church

12 Huge Mistakes Parents Can Avoid

Refreshing devotions for weary mamas who find themselves in need of truth and encouragement! These devotions are aimed to help a mom find her identity in Christ as she faces the challenges, surprises and joys of caring for young children. No need for her to compare herself to the supermoms around her; God has recruited her for her kids and He has big plans for her!

Grit & Grace: 5-Day Devos For Moms Of Young Kids

This devotional is designed to help you trust that God loves your son even more than you do. To bring you hope when your son has lost his way or is struggling with weaknesses or temptations. To lead you to praise God for his power in your son’s life. As you pray through these devotionals over the next week, rest in the knowledge that your son is in God’s hands.

Powerful Prayers For Your Son By Rob & Joanna Teigen

The Bible tells us children are a gift from God. Yet parenting them from toddler to teenager can sometimes be an immense challenge! Perhaps no task on earth demands greater love, patience, and wisdom. Thankfully, God has provided plenty of guidance for us to follow. Join Dr. Charles Stanley as he instructs and inspires you to apply godly wisdom in this clear and concise approach to parenting God’s way.

Parenting God’s Way

From the moment a child enters our life, parenting is a tough job. It’s even harder when a child is struggling with difficult behaviors. Parenting a child in crisis leaves parents worn out from exhaustion, frustration, and fear. God doesn’t leave us, even in the midst of our fears, failures, and fatigue. For foster and adoptive parents, or any battle-weary parent in warfare for their child.

Battle-Weary Parents for Parenting in Crisis

Each day, learn a new biblically-grounded concept that you can begin applying immediately in your family. When you lead your family by living out love, mutual respect, intentionality, and service, you’ll see their relationships with you and with each other radically transformed.

Family ID:  7 Keys To A Great Family

Raising kids is tough, even in the best of circumstances. In this seven-day devotional, real-world parents — who also happen to be staff members at YouVersion — share how they apply principles from God’s Word to this important aspect of their lives. Each day’s devotional includes a Verse Image you can use to help you share your own journey.

7 Things The Bible Says About Parenting

You may be a care provider who impacts kids in care, or a parent who understands that “if it’s not Ok for MY Kids - it’s not OK for any of God’s kids.”  Whatever your motivation, God wants to use YOU for His Glory and their Good. Ignite Hope invites you to Stand in the Gap for the Modern Orphan - with this segment focused on children in Foster Care.

God’s Got This: Praying For Kids In Foster Care

Truth Becomes Her is a movement that transcends the emphasis on feminine beauty and focuses on teaching young women about their true worth in Christ.

Unlocking Your Daughter’s True Potential

Parenting Young Children

As much as we want the fruit of the Spirit to be present in our own lives, we want that for our children too. So where do we begin? In this 9-day devotional, you'll learn principles taken from Scripture and tools for applying them to your parenting.

Developing the Fruit of the Spirit in Your Child

Navigating your teen's rebellion can be scary, challenging and even heartbreaking. In this Bible plan, Roxanne Parks shares ways that she and her husband kept their sanity during some of the confusing and murky days raising 4 teenagers.

Navigating Teenage Rebellion

As a parent of teens, you probably wonder how to keep social media, culture, and peers from having a stronger voice than God in their lives. Jeffrey Dean wants to remind you that you are still the greatest influence in your child's life—and that’s good news! Use this guide to spend the next five days in intentional reflection and prayer for your teen as you parent with purpose and hope.

Raising Successful Teens

Parenting Teens/Tweens

The future of your children is incredibly important. God has placed you, whether you’re a parent, guardian, or caregiver, as a steward of their destiny. Your influence, prayers, and day-to-day actions can shape who they become. In this five-day devotional, we will explore biblical truths about praying for your children and trusting God to guide them long after they are beyond your direct care.

Praying for Your Children’s Future: A 5-Day Devotional for Parents & Guardians by Tola Olabiyi

Pulling back the curtain to see the connection between film and faith. Reel Dialogue is a creative dialogue between the Christian faith and entertainment culture. We provide film reviews, downloadable discussion guides, resources and events. Let's get the dialogue started on film. These conversations starters will help you start faith discussions with friends through the beauty of film. 

Film + Faith - Parents, Family and Marriage

This engaging 3-day devotional invites families to explore the powerful story of Daniel in the lions’ den, found in Daniel 6:16–23. Designed especially for young children, this devotional is perfect for bedtime reading, helping little ones wind down while growing in faith. Each day features a Bible verse, a child-friendly reflection, and an interactive activity that reinforces the lesson—making spiritual truths both fun and memorable. Whether your child is new to Bible stories or already loves them, this devotional encourages deep trust in God’s care and faithfulness—one bedtime at a time.

Daniel in the Lions’ Den – 3-Day Devotional for Families

The Prophetic Mom is a 5-day devotional for mothers who are ready to rise as prophetic intercessors over their children's lives. Each day equips you to partner with Heaven, pray with precision, and speak destiny-shaping words over your children. With scripture, reflection, and bold prayer declarations, this devotional will ignite your spiritual authority as a mother, helping you discern, declare, and defend your child’s divine purpose.

Whether you’re raising toddlers or praying for adult children, this is your invitation to go deeper in spiritual warfare, legacy prayer, and prophetic insight—for the sake of the next generation.


The Prophetic Mom: Standing in Intercession for Your Child’s Divine Destiny

Your child doesn’t need a perfect mom—they need a heart-connected one. In this 6-day devotional, Amy Rienow encourages mothers to prioritize secure attachment over milestones, cultural pressure, or performance. Drawing on biblical truth and personal stories, she highlights how emotional safety, closeness, and unconditional acceptance reflect God’s love and form the foundation of lifelong discipleship. Whether you’re a new mom or a seasoned one, this devotional will help you connect more deeply with your child’s heart—and point them toward the heart of God.

Connecting With the Heart of Your Child

Have you ever felt like you're failing as a parent? As if your past, your mistakes, or your wounds disqualify you from leading your children well? In this 3-day devotional, author Ashley Lunnon walks you through a journey of healing from silencing shame and confronting your upbringing to standing boldly in the authority God has given you. You don’t have to be perfect to parent with power. You just need His presence.

The Unworthy Parent: God’s Grace in Your Gaps

This 6-day devotional encourages moms to embrace their God-given role with grace, love, and intentionality. Through personal reflections and biblical insights, Amy Rienow shares how heart connection—not perfection—is the foundation for lasting relationships with your children. Discover how to cultivate emotional safety, joy, and lifelong discipleship in your home. Whether you're in the trenches of toddlerhood or navigating adult children, this study will help you lean into God’s fierce love for you and reflect that love in your parenting.

A Mother's Heart

Motherhood isn’t a coincidence—it’s a sacred calling from God. In this 5-day devotional, Amy Rienow helps moms embrace the divine mission of nurturing, discipling, and loving their children with confidence and purpose. Through biblical stories and honest reflection, you’ll be reminded that God chose you—on purpose—to be the mom your kids need. If you’ve ever wrestled with doubt, comparison, or the feeling of falling short, this study will encourage your heart and strengthen your faith.

The Unique Ministry of Motherhood

Do you need a quick Bible shot for encouragement, wisdom, direction or inspiration? God in 60 Seconds is just what you need today. What can you learn in 60 seconds? 

You might be surprised. 

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