EP 76 // How to Teach Your Child to Hear God’s Voice (Before Middle School)

Christian mom of kids 8–12? Teach your child how to hear God's voice biblically and grow in discernment before middle school. 🔴 FREE Gospel Clarity Study Guide for moms of kids ages 8–12 ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/gospel-clarity-study-guide ⭐️ FREE EBOOK: Reclaim Your Role as a Godly Influence in Your Middle Schooler’s Life ➡️ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/time-truth-trust-EBOOK How do you teach your child to recognize God's leading without encouraging them to label every thought or feeling “God told me”? In this episode, you'll learn a simple biblical framework for helping kids ages 8–12 practice discernment: STOP, TEST, and RESPOND. Using the story of Samuel and Eli in 1 Samuel 3, we'll talk about how Christian moms can point their children toward God without becoming their permanent spiritual interpreter. When your child wonders, “Is God speaking to me?” teach them to test that thought with three questions: • Does this agree with God's Word? • Does this fit God's character? • Does this hold up through prayer and godly counsel? Then help them RESPOND by taking the next faithful step. You'll also learn how to distinguish conviction from condemnation, practice discernment through real-life scenarios, and establish the gospel as the foundation before the pressures and competing voices of middle school grow louder. ⏰ EPISODE CHAPTERS 00:00 - Teach Stop Test Respond 02:34 - Gospel First Foundation 03:15 - Eli and Samuel Lesson 04:56 - Middle School Voices Ahead 06:49 - Three Tests Framework 07:01 - Test One Scripture Standard 08:40 - Test Two Character Check 10:56 - Test Three Prayer Counsel 13:13 - Respond and Take Steps 13:35 - Practice Scenarios Activity 16:26 - Recheck Gospel Bridge 18:07 - Study Guide and Wrap Up 🎧 LISTEN NEXT: EP 74 // Why Being a Good Kid Doesn't Mean They're Saved https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/podcasts/faith-mom-mentor-helping-moms-guide-kids-8-12-to-walk-with-god/episodes/2149252456 ============================= RESOURCES 📖 Joshua Bible Study ➡️ https://amzn.to/40rPF4o 📖 NLT Large Print Premium Value Thinline Bible ➡️ https://amzn.to/3Ndslol 📓 Horacio Printing ➡️ https://www.horacioprinting.com/?dt_id=2969303 Use code LIFEANDPEACEMINISTRIES for 15% off. ⚡️ Systemize Your Life ➡️ https://offers.chelsijo.co/sylcheckout?am_id=faithmommentor ============================= CONNECT + WORK WITH US Facebook ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61592507375460 Instagram ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/lifeandpeaceministries/ Faith Mom Mentor YouTube ➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@FaithMomMentor?sub_confirmation=1 ⚡️ Free Christian parenting resources ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/blog ⚡️ Faith Mom Mentor Session ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/schedule-a-faith-mom-mentor-session ⚡️ Book Anne to speak ➡︎ https://www.lifeandpeaceministries.com/speaker-page We're not raising children who call every passing thought God's voice. We're helping our kids know Jesus, know His Word, pray, seek wise counsel, practice biblical discernment, and faithfully follow Him. Our mission at Life and Peace Ministries and Faith Mom Mentor is to equip Christian moms to intentionally disciple their kids and prepare them spiritually for the tween and middle-school years. Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, Life and Peace Ministries may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. #ChristianParenting #ChristianMoms #BiblicalParenting #ParentingTweens