Description of Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God:
Offering years of experience and countless success stories, author and parenting expert Lee Ann Mancini says what our children need is a heart change, not just a behavioral change, so that they become effective disciples. In Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God, she inspires parents, grandparents, teachers, and others to teach their children essential Christian principles to enable them to navigate the world with grace, integrity, and an unbreakable bond with their heavenly Father.
This book goes beyond surface-level advice, delving into the intricate matters of children’s hearts and minds and offering a blueprint for nurturing a deep and unwavering faith in Christ.
Raising Kids to Follow Christ is a collaborative journey inviting parents to learn, grow, and flourish alongside their children as they become bold in their witness and committed to their faith rather than secular culture.
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Book review of Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God:
Our culture’s current trend toward moral relativism amplifies the urgency of instilling a steadfast faith in our children. Lee Ann Mancini provides the solutions we need in her new parenting guide. Raising Kids to Follow Christ: Instilling a Lifelong Trust in God offers invaluable insights drawn from both Scripture and cutting-edge research in childhood spiritual development. As the CEO of Raising Christian Kids and a distinguished professor, Mancini emphasizes the vital role of parental guidance rooted in love and joy, safeguarding children from the perils of faithlessness.
Lee Ann recognizes parents as the primary educators and spiritual mentors in the lives of their children. The way we live proves the most significant character lesson we teach. Our actions and attitudes serve as the blueprint upon which our children model their own beliefs and behaviors. The book shares insights on how to exemplify a life centered on the Word of God so we can provide a living testimony of Christ’s transformative power. Faithfully measured, our personal steps will lead our children toward a deep and abiding relationship with their Savior.
Mancini emphasizes the cornerstone of parental efforts must rest upon the unwavering truth of God’s Word. Just as Jesus is the living Stone chosen by God, so too must His teachings form the solid foundation upon which our children’s faith is built. Amidst the storms of life, anchored in Christ, they stand firm, unwavering in their devotion and unyielding in their convictions.
The journey of raising children in the faith comes with a myriad of challenges. In a world hostile to Christian values, we must remain vigilant in equipping our children with the spiritual armor necessary to withstand the onslaught of worldly temptations. Through prayer, guidance, and unwavering commitment, we can nurture within them a love for God and His Word, empowering them to become beacons of light in a world shrouded in darkness.
Lee Ann esteems the calling to raise godly children as sacred, but she also shares her parenting advice with the hope of grace. It is never too early nor too late to inspire our children to love Jesus and develop a passion for His Kingdom. With fresh insights and transformative strategies, she welcomes us to embark on a journey of faith, nurturing the next generation of believers and disciples.
Raising Kids to Follow Christ serves as a wise and powerful companion as we navigate parenthood. The crises and shadows of life in this world will threaten to shake its youngest souls. Our children need the hope only Christ can offer. With this strong foundation, this generation can transform the future.
As we embrace our role as stewards of His precious gifts, may we rise to the challenge with unwavering faith and steadfast resolve. We can depend on experts like Lee Ann Mancini to come alongside us in raising kids to follow Christ. Together, we can fulfill our true purpose and enjoy our greatest reward.
~ Tina Yeager, LMHC, Award-Winning Author, Media Host, Life Coach
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Author:
LEE ANN MANCINI is the founder of Raising Christian Kids, Inc. and host of a podcast with the same name. RCK offers resources and a “Tips from the Experts” video series. Her mission is to equip and empower ministry leaders, parents, grandparents, teachers, and all who are raising the next generation to have a strong foundation in Jesus.
Lee Ann is an award-winning Christian children’s author and executive producer of the animation series, Sea Kids, which can be viewed on Answers TV, PureFlix, Right Now Media, and SeaKidsTV. She is also an adjunct professor at South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary.
She holds board positions with South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary, Watermark Gospel, and Spark Media Ventures, and maintains a membership with the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association.