We cannot teach beyond our own hearts
Where is your heart today? Have you lost your wonder?
It has been said, "A Mother's heart is the child's classroom." This truth applies even further to any person stewarding the heart of a child. We all tend to teach from the understanding and perspective of their own heart, so it is good to take inventory. Teaching from a broken heart, a hard heart, even a deceived heart will influence the messages we send and influence we share.
The most important thing you can ever do for a child is help them live and love from a full heart, for everything else flows from it.
It is difficult, if not impossible, to lead others where we ourselves have not been.
If you find it uninspiring, our kids will too. Find ways every day to grow their love for Jesus
Be brief in this section and refer them to the wonder lost section for application.
We can only teach to the level we understand cannot teach a child the goodness of God, if we ourselves do not understand His goodness. How can we teach a child to love God with all their hearts if we are still living with unhealed hearts?
“If a child is to keep the inborn sense of wonder, he or she needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him or her the joy, excitement, and mystery of the world we live in.” – Rachel Carson
How are you responding to the invitation?
I start with creation because we can see it for real. The Bible takes faith but the world around us demands an explanation. the beauty, the ..... If you are struggling with bitterness, confusion, loss, etc that has held your heart hostage, start with the goodness you can see. what you know to be true.
Add conversation questions "I wonder...." for them to use with their child.
A child's identity is the bedrock upon which everything else in their life is built. From a young age, the way they see themselves—shaped by the love, values, and truths they are taught—becomes the lens through which they understand the world around them. When a child knows they are deeply loved, valued, and created with purpose, it gives them the confidence to explore, learn, and connect with others. This sense of self forms the foundation for their relationships, choices, and how they approach challenges in life. A strong, healthy identity rooted in truth empowers children to grow into their full potential, knowing their worth is not based on performance or approval but on their intrinsic value as children of God. It shapes not only who they are but also how they navigate the world and their place within it.begin to understand that they are part of a beautiful, purposeful story written by God.
A child who grows up surrounded by the wonder of God’s creation and goodness will carry that sense of awe with them as they mature, shaping how they see themselves and their purpose. As they reflect on the beauty and kindness of God that they’ve experienced, they begin to understand that their worth is tied to the Creator who made them with love and intention. In their later years, when they face difficult decisions or question who they are, they will recognize that their identity is grounded in God’s unchanging nature. The sense of awe they once felt for the world around them will evolve into a deeper understanding of how their life is part of God’s bigger story—one where they are loved, valued, and called to live out His purpose for them. This foundation of wonder helps them confidently embrace their identity as a beloved child of God
A child who grows up living in wonder of God and His goodness will carry that awe with them into later years, using it as a foundation for forming their identity. When they’ve seen God's beauty, love, and power reflected in the world around them, they begin to understand that as children, made in His image, these qualities are a part of who they are, too. As they grow older and face challenges, they can remember that they are created by a loving God who cares deeply for them. This sense of awe will guide them as they navigate questions of self-worth and purpose, reminding them that their identity is rooted in who God is—compassionate, powerful, and always present. By holding on to this wonder, they are able to shape their sense of self not on fleeting circumstances, but on the unchanging truth of God's love and faithfulness
As children grow older, feelings get stronger and questions grows deeper. They wonder who they are, why they are here, and where they belong. The magic of discovery would stir a sense of awe, helping them to see the world and themselves through the lens of God's love and creativity. In this place, their curiosity would deepen, and they would With each moment spent exploring, they would be filled with joy, peace, and a growing love for God, carrying with them the confidence that they are deeply loved and cherished. This Wonderland would shape their heart to be full of wonder, compassion, and a desire to live a life that reflects God's goodness.
A.W. Tozer saw this as the most important thing about them because who they think God is becomes the lens by which they view everything else in the world. Including...Who they think they are. Children who have spent years loving the Lord with all their heart, will begin to connect how God's
As children grow older, their questions grow deeper. They begin to wonder who they are, why they're here, if they are safe, and where they belong. how they anwer them will effect how they perceive everything else in life.
