Faith Grows in the Everyday Moments
Homeschool
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I remember the day clearly. It was just an ordinary Tuesday—math lessons were dragging, lunch dishes were still in the sink, and my preteen was frustrated over his history assignment. I was about to lose my patience when I felt a nudge in my heart: This is a faith moment. Taking a deep breath, I put my hand on his shoulder and whispered a prayer. His eyes softened, and we tackled the assignment together, one step at a time. That simple act—prayer in the middle of our mess—was a reminder that faith isn’t built in the grand gestures but in the little, everyday moments.
As homeschool parents, we often feel the weight of nurturing not just our children’s education but their hearts and souls, too. The good news? Growing their faith doesn’t require elaborate devotionals or perfect routines. Faith grows best in the every day—the messy, mundane, and meaningful moments that fill our days.
The Little Things Matter
Our kids may not remember every science fact or grammar rule we teach them, but they will remember the way we prayed before starting the school day. They’ll remember the times we stopped to read Scripture instead of rushing to the next subject. They’ll remember the meaningful conversations we had while folding laundry or preparing dinner. These small habits shape their faith more than we realize.
Adding faith to your homeschool day is not about adding more to your plate. Instead, it’s about weaving God’s truth and love into the moments you already have.
So how do we do this? How do we intentionally grow our children’s faith in the everyday?
1. Pray Together in the Ordinary Moments
Prayer doesn’t have to be reserved for bedtime or mealtime. Whether it’s praying over a difficult math problem, thanking God for a sunny day, or lifting up a friend in need, these moments teach our children to turn to God in everything.
Try This: Start each homeschool day with a simple prayer, inviting God into your learning. Encourage your children to pray out loud, too—it will build their confidence and connection with God.
2. Read the Bible as Your Family’s Guidebook
God’s Word offers wisdom for every challenge we face in homeschooling and parenting. Whether it’s dealing with sibling squabbles or teaching diligence, Scripture can be the anchor that keeps your family grounded.
It’s important to teach kids that God’s Word isn’t just for Sunday mornings—it’s for science lessons, car rides, and bedtime tuck-ins, too.
Try This: Pick a short passage to read before you start the day’s lessons. Discuss how it applies to your family and homeschool routine.
3. Have Meaningful Conversations
Some of the best faith discussions happen spontaneously—while working on an art project, cooking together, or during a nature walk. These everyday moments provide opportunities to talk about God’s love, grace, and purpose for their lives.
Try This: Ask open-ended questions like, “What do you think God is teaching you today?” or “How do you see God in this subject we’re studying?”
4. Serve Others as a Family
Faith comes alive when we serve others together. Whether it’s writing notes to an elderly neighbor, collecting donations for a local shelter, or simply helping a sibling, serving as a family builds a heart for others and a deeper connection to God.
Try This: Set aside time each month for a family service project, no matter how small. Serving alongside your kids will be something they will never forget.
5. Build Strong Relationships
As the old saying goes, “Faith is caught more than taught.” The relationships within our home speak louder than our words. Investing in quality time, laughter, and deep conversations builds a faith that sticks.
Try This: Make room for intentional one-on-one time with each child, listening to their hearts and speaking life into their unique personalities and struggles.
Embracing the Messy, Everyday Moments
Let’s be honest—homeschooling isn’t always picture-perfect. (At least not in my home!) Some days feel like a beautiful symphony of learning, while others resemble a chaotic juggling act of math tears, snack crumbs, and misplaced pencils. But even in the middle of the mess, there’s beauty—because every moment is an opportunity to point our children to Jesus. They’re watching us more than we realize—how we handle frustration, how we choose patience, and how we lean on God when things don’t go as planned.
And here’s the good news: You don’t have to have it all together for God to work in your family. His grace meets you in the unfinished lesson plans, the laundry piles, and the moments when you feel like you’re falling short.
So take heart, homeschool mom. The moments you think don’t matter—the quick prayers over a tough lesson, the Bible verse whispered before bedtime, the encouraging hug when tears flow—are the moments that build a faith that sticks.
One day, your children will look back and remember the love, the prayers, and the way you pointed them to Jesus in the little things. And that’s what truly matters.
Keep pressing on, one faith-filled step at a time. You’re planting seeds that will grow for a lifetime.
If you’re looking for more encouragement and practical ways to disciple your preteen, check out Faith That Sticks—a resource filled with real-life wisdom and inspiration for your journey.
Share this with a fellow homeschool mom who needs a reminder that the everyday moments matter!
