For moms

Mom, you don’t have to be perfect. God is faithful.

Diapers, homework, teenagers, exhaustion, and so much love. This page is for you, mom of kids ages 0 to 17, so you can grow in your faith and point your children to Jesus, one day at a time.

You first

You can’t give what you don’t have

Before you can lead your kids, you need to stay connected to the vine. It isn’t about a perfect quiet hour; it’s about seeking God in the middle of your real day.

“He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms; he will carry them in his bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.”

ISAIAH 40:11

Five minutes count

Read a verse with your coffee or listen to an audio Bible while you drive.

Pray out loud

Pray while you wash dishes or fold laundry. Your kids learn by hearing you pray.

Rest without guilt

God gives His beloved sleep (Psalm 127:2). Resting is also trusting.

You are not alone

Find other moms at church. Sharing the load makes it lighter (Galatians 6:2).

Faith at home

Five ways to lead your kids to Jesus

  1. 1

    Talk about God in everyday life

    "You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way" (Deuteronomy 6:7). In the car, at the table, and at bedtime.

  2. 2

    Pray together every day

    A short prayer in the morning or at night. Let your kids pray in their own words too.

  3. 3

    Read the Bible as a family

    A children’s Bible story for little ones or a chapter of Proverbs with older kids. Consistency matters more than length.

  4. 4

    Correct with love

    "Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord" (Ephesians 6:4). Firm, calm, and always aiming at the heart.

  5. 5

    Go to church together

    Make Sunday a priority. Your kids need to see other adults who love Jesus.

By age

Ideas for every stage

Every age needs something different. Here are simple ideas to start with.

Ages 0 to 5

  • Sing simple worship songs.
  • Read an illustrated children’s Bible.
  • Pray before meals and at bedtime.
  • Teach them that God made them and loves them.

Ages 6 to 12

  • Memorize one verse together each week.
  • Answer their questions with patience.
  • Give them ways to serve at home and at church.
  • Talk about how God answers their prayers.

Ages 13 to 17

  • Listen more than you talk.
  • Talk honestly about social media, dating, and friendships.
  • Encourage them to have their own time with God.
  • Connect them with youth group and mentors.

Have a teenage daughter? We have a special page just for teens.

Single moms and moms with unbelieving husbands

God sees your effort

If you are raising your kids alone, or you are the only believer in your home, God has not forgotten you. He promises to be a father to the fatherless and a protector of widows (Psalm 68:5).

“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”

1 PETER 5:7

Your faith matters

The faith of a mother and grandmother shaped Timothy’s life (2 Timothy 1:5). Your example matters.

Live your faith with love

If your husband doesn’t believe, God can use your loving conduct more than your words (1 Peter 3:1–2).

Ask for practical help

Let the church help with meals, rides, or childcare. Receiving help is humility too.

Rest in His grace

You don’t have to do it all. Do what you can today and leave the rest in His hands.

Real questions

Things you may be wondering

I don’t have time to read my Bible. What do I do?

Start small: one verse, one Psalm, or an audio Bible. God doesn’t ask for perfection; He invites you into a relationship. Our free 30-day reading plan is a great place to start.

My kids don’t want to go to church.

Keep bringing them with love, not fighting. Ask why, listen, and look for ways for them to connect with other kids or teens. Pray for their hearts.

I feel guilty as a mom.

We all fall short. Ask God and your kids for forgiveness when you get it wrong; that teaches them the gospel too. His grace covers what you lack.

How much screen time is okay?

The Bible doesn’t give a number, but it gives wisdom: set clear limits, keep devices out of bedrooms at night, and know what your kids are watching.

How do I talk with my kids about hard topics?

Start early, with simple words and truth. It’s better for them to learn from you than from the internet. If you don’t know how, ask another mom or your pastor for advice.

Read next

Books for you

Shepherding a Child’s Heart

Tedd Tripp

A biblical guide to raising and correcting kids by aiming at the heart.

Age of Opportunity

Paul David Tripp

For parents of teenagers: seeing these years as an opportunity, not a battle.

Lies Women Believe

Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

Includes common lies about motherhood and God’s truth.

All three are also available in Spanish.

If you need help

Being a mom can be very heavy. Asking for help is wise. These lines are free and confidential.

You are in danger

Call 911

You feel hopeless

988

Call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7.

Sadness or anxiety after having a baby

1-800-944-4773

Postpartum Support International

Someone is hurting you

1-800-799-7233

National Domestic Violence Hotline

We are here for you

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“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”

PROVERBS 22:6

Mom, what you sow today with love will bear fruit. We are praying for you. — Nancy