Struggling with consistency in family devotions

1w ago·1 min read

We started doing family devotions about a month ago, reading through a kids Bible and talking about it over dinner. Some nights it goes great, the kids are engaged and asking questions. Other nights they're tired or we're running late and I just want to skip it. I know this is where I need to be the leader and set the example but some days I feel like I'm failing. How do you guys stay consistent with this stuff?

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JJoeRegular1w ago

Don't be too hard on yourself with consistency. Even when we miss days, the kids still remember what we're trying to do. The intention matters more than the perfection at this stage.

CChris M.Regular1w ago

Family devotions are tough to keep consistent with four kids all wanting different things. We've actually found that shorter sessions work way better for us than trying to do these long deep dives. Maybe try mixing it up to keep it fresh?

FFelix R.Regular1w ago

We're struggling with the same thing. Started out really committed but then life gets busy and it just falls off. I think the trick is not beating yourself up when you miss a day and just starting again the next day. You're doing better than you think.

JJake M.New Dad1w ago

A month in is still really early. The habit takes time to stick. We found that tying it to something we already do, like right after dinner, helped us remember. Also accepting that some nights it's going to be messy and that's okay.