The Role of Children in Their Own Spiritual Growth

The Role of Children in Their Own Spiritual Growth 

Bible Verse: “How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word.” – Psalm 119:9

Exhortation (What, Why, How):

What:
Children and youths are not too young to know God. Spiritual growth is a personal journey, and every child has a role to play in building his or her relationship with the Lord.

Why:
Parents, pastors, and teachers can guide, but children must choose to walk with God. Samuel, Timothy, and even Jesus at age 12 show that young people can grow strong in spirit and wisdom when they seek God early (1 Samuel 2:26, 2 Timothy 3:15, Luke 2:52).

How:

• Read and study the Bible daily – Psalm 119:105 says, “Your word is a lamp to my feet.”
• Pray regularly – Prayer is a child’s direct connection with God.
• Obey parents and spiritual leaders – Ephesians 6:1, “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.”
• Flee bad company – 1 Corinthians 15:33, “Bad company corrupts good character.”
• Serve in church – Even at a young age, serving builds discipline and strengthens faith.
• Practice holiness – Choosing what is right, even when no one is watching.

God’s Expectation:

God expects children to seek Him while they are young (Ecclesiastes 12:1). He desires them to grow in wisdom, knowledge, and obedience, shining as light among their peers.

Prayer Points:

1. Lord, give me a heart that loves You from my youth.
2. Father, help me to study and obey Your Word daily.
3. Lord, keep me from wrong friends and bad influences.
4. Father, help me to obey my parents and teachers with joy.
5. Lord, let me grow in wisdom, knowledge, and spiritual strength.
6. Father, make me an example of godliness among my friends.
7. Lord, help me to serve You faithfully in my church.
8. Father, let me never depart from Your ways all the days of my life.