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Started praying with my kids every night and it's changed everything

23h ago·1 min read

About 6 months ago I decided to start praying with each of my kids before bed. Just simple prayers, asking them what they're worried about, what they're thankful for. It's been incredible. They open up about stuff they never would have told me otherwise. Plus I think it's planting seeds about having a real relationship with God instead of just going through the motions. Highly recommend this if you're not doing it already.

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EEdNew Dadjust now

Started doing similar bedtime prayers with my son about a year ago. Changed the whole dynamic of our evening routine. Before bed they're actually calm and open instead of wound up. Glad it's working for you too.

JJamesNew Dadjust now

This is beautiful man. There's something really grounding about that consistent routine with each kid. Do you do it the same time every night or does it shift around?

BBenNew Dad18h ago

This is beautiful man. We started something similar about a year ago and my kids actually ask for it now instead of fighting bedtime. There's something about that one-on-one time that just hits different.

SSam T.New Dad12h ago

That's really special. Even if the prayers are simple, it's the consistency and one-on-one time that makes the difference. My kids remember those moments more than anything else I do.

SSam T.New Dad9h ago

Respect for sharing this. A lot of dads don't talk about the faith side of parenting and it's cool to see someone opening up about what's working for their family.

MMike R.New Dad5h ago

How old are your kids? We tried this when ours were younger but honestly it felt forced. Just want to know if there's a sweet spot for when it clicks.