Praying for Your Child to Find Purpose

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">This season is dedicated to helping our children find their purpose.</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Ideally, purpose is something we're talking about with our children well before they leave our homes. And for the Christian family, this discussion goes way deeper than just profession, or career choice. Hint: Purpose doesn't come by deciding what they want to do when they grow up...not that a career or profession can't be an expression of our calling. Rather, purpose comes as they seek God's greater purpose for their lives as a Christian follower of Jesus. </p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">To help us have this discussion, I've invited:</p> <ul> <li>Heather McFadyen</li> <li>Karen Ehman</li> <li>Niki Hardy</li> <li>Pam Farell</li> </ul> <p>You won't want to miss this season. It might even change the way you look at your own purpose. Tune in, and glean what God has for you and your children now.</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">***********</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, <a href= "https://bit.ly/praying4purpose"><em>Praying God's Word for Your Child to Find Their Purpose</em></a>, by Brittany Ann, of Equipping Godly Women.</strong></p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Tackle the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” from a biblical perspective.</p> <p>The way our children answer this common question varies wildly from day to day. From teacher, to fire-fighter, to astronaut, to juggler, we just never know what they’ll say. For young children, this question is full of promise and excitement. They can be anything they want! The sky’s the limit, and it’s fun to dream. But as our children get older, this question takes on new meaning. The excitement of endless possibilities gradually gives way to the pressure of choosing the right college, career, job, or relationship.</p> <p>“What do you want to be when you grow up?” becomes stressful, almost agonizing, as young adults wrestle with major decisions that will undoubtedly affect the