Joyful Parenting Podcast · New Colony Church

How to help your child receive Christ

·19 min·1 clip
A pastor explains why he intentionally didn't pressure his son to become a Christian for months.
This episode provides four practical tips for parents to help their children become Christians, including asking why they want to follow Jesus, ensuring they understand the gospel, encouraging prayer, and connecting with a pastor for next steps like baptism. The host shares personal anecdotes and biblical insights to emphasize avoiding pressure and celebrating spiritual milestones.

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A careful, parent-facing guide to helping a child explain why they want to follow Jesus.

The episode asks a practical question many parents will recognize: what should they do when a child says they want to become a Christian? It keeps the focus on discernment, separating a copied response from a real grasp of the gospel, and it treats that difference seriously…

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When your child says they want to become a Christian and you want to answer without pressuring the moment.

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