Discipleship
Your guide to helping raise your children in Christ as a homeschool parent.
Discipling Your Kids
How do we disciple our kids and lead them to walk the path of faith?
Teaching our kids to follow Jesus starts at an early age. We teach them right from wrong, we teach them limits and boundaries, we praise them when they do something good.
This children’s gospel song comes to mind: “This little light of mine. I’m going to let it shine.” This simple song has a huge message.
It is a song about shining the light of Jesus Christ so that others may see it and want to be a part of it, too.
Teaching Your Kids about the Bible
Daily devotionals, Sunday school, daily prayers, and reading Scripture are just some of the ways that we can teach our kids about the Bible.
Other ways to bring the Bible to life are through multimedia—music, videos, cartoons.
There are also homeschool curriculums centered around Christianity that are accessible via download, streaming, or with a monthly subscription.
Teaching Your Kids to Stand Up for Jesus
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6
We want our kids to be confident in their sense of self, in their knowledge of God’s word, and in their value and self-worth.
We best teach our children by modeling so if we want our kids to stand up for Jesus, we need to show them how.
As our children get older, the influence of peer groups is much greater. We need to teach our children to make good choices when it comes to friends as well.
Family Discipleship
Family discipleship, or teaching your family to love God, can be done through serving others, fellowship at church and in the community and also through homeschool education.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, sibling, or foster parent, home school provides a unique opportunity to teach children about how to follow Jesus and to love one another.
Discipleship Resources
Supernormal Stimuli and 3 Steps to Train Your Child
The First Reason Kids Get Sucked in by Porn Fifteen-year-old Sarah’s brow furrowed as she recounted her story of being stuck on porn at age 8. As a homeschooled child, Sarah (not her
Internet Protocols, No More Heads In The Sand!
(This post contains affiliate links) World Wide Web The internet is frightening to me as a mom. Quite frankly, if I could pick one thing
Take a Breath and Focus on What is Important
What’s important? Hey dads! This year is starting to come to a close real soon. We are in the last three months of the year.
Diligently Soak Them in the Word
If you are a homeschooler in America, you are probably familiar with Tim Tebow. You know–the two time national champion, Heisman trophy winning, former Denver
The One Word Important to a Discipling Parent
Youth Group When we were younger Leslie and I helped out in a youth group at our church. Honestly, there was no better training for
Money – Ultimate Power Trip or Ultimate Opportunity for Growth?
A lot of people are surprised to learn that Jesus devoted 15 percent of his recorded words to the subject of money, and that the
Homeschool Foundation Is More Important Than Your Curriculum
New Year, New Path Yes, this homeschool year looks very different than when we started! It looks very different than it did last year. But
Grandparents Can Get Involved in Homeschooling
Have you ever wondered how to get your extended family on board with homeschooling? There are all types of families who homeschool. Some families have
Celebrating Amazing Lessons for Homeschool Moms And Dads
https://vimeo.com/292192823 I’m pretty sure that when we reach the end of our homeschool journey, David and I will look back to see that God taught
How to Avoid Burnout in Homeschooling
Has your decision to homeschool your children ever left you feeling tired, overwhelmed or stressed out? As a student who was homeschooled (my family began
Object Lessons from Life
“It is more important for your child to be who he should be than know what he should know. “ Knowledge is important, but character
Don’t jump to conclusions: The Importance of Questions in Conversations
Have you noticed how often we jump to conclusions in this day and age? We read a headline and fill in the blanks with whatever
Teaching Purity In an Impure World
“Dad, what does *!$&#! mean?” My son’s pronunciation of the crude sexual term even at 10 years old was flawless. I kept my eyes on
Do You Hear What I Hear?
I first noticed it last December. How I had missed it for forty-something years, I have no idea, but I did. Last December was different,
Big Announcement– Well, It’s Big To Me, At Least!
Throughout my entire life I have been reminded and have strongly believed that God’s plans were better than our plans– higher, greater, more spectacular. Well,
Avoiding Burnout in Homeschooling
By Israel Wayne Has your decision to homeschool your children ever left you feeling tired, overwhelmed or stressed out? As a student who was homeschooled
A Heart of Rebellion
By Chuck Black, for the Teach Them Diligently Blog 10/2013 In 1998 BT (Before Teens) I held to the ideological view that if we as
When discipleship turns personal
“Mama, did you know that Noah’s ark was not cute like it is on nursery walls?” That completely random statement came from my 10-year-old while
Six Activity Ideas for A Fun Fourth Of July Family Celebration
Next week, we will celebrate the 241st birthday of America’s adoption of the Declaration of Independence. For many of our families, that means extra family
Day Starters—Scriptures To Start Your Day Off Right
Encouragement and insight about starting your day off on the right foot through God’s Word, plus a free printable to get you started.
Homeschool Mom’s Monday Morning Minute
Homeschool Mom, have you ever had the Lord calling you to do something, but you really were uncertain about your ability to do it? Yeah,
Why Do You Do It?
Why do you homeschool?” I love to ask that question, because it offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those I talk to. Each
Five Ways To Handle Stress This Christmas
Guest Post by Rachel Jankovic, author of Loving the Little Years and Fit to Burst. With Christmas fast approaching, I’m sure many of us can
With Faith Nothing Is Impossible
Nine-year-old Faith Russell was born with the worst form of spina bifida. She endured three surgeries within her first year and then amazed her doctors
Words to Live By…Gentleness
Normally I write to the dads of the homeschoolers. That leader in the house that oversees his family and is doing so diligently. However this
Do My Children See My Faith And Grow In Their Own?
The rule of law is being mockingly abused all around us. Just a couple of weeks ago, the president of the United States set aside the
Are You Leading or Selling Ice Cream?
Hey dads! I am asking a question about you. Are you leading your house or just selling ice cream to the family? At this point
FREE Bible Matching Game
How well do you know the stories in the Bible? How well does your child know the Bible? Test your knowledge together with this
Your Foundation – The Most Important Thing
Attending a Teach Them Diligently Convention is a great start to your homeschooling journey. You will meet like-minded families from across the country and the
Homeschooling & Discipleship
Christian homeschooling creates a prime environment for learning about discipleship.
There are several top rated complete homeschool curriculums starting that go from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Find one that fits with your family’s learning style and budget.
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TTD365 Audio Resources - Discipleship (Members Only!)
Explore the Possibilities of Online Learning with Monarch
With Monarch online curriculum from Alpha Omega Publications, you get the most complete curriculum for your child’s Christian education. Monarch gives you unprecedented access to 50 courses for grades 3-12 in the five subjects of Bible, history and geography, language arts, math, and science. Monarch is also subscription based, making it affordable for every homeschool family. Discover how Monarch’s media-rich lessons and automatic grading can change the way you homeschool.
Developing a Truly Christian Worldview
This workshop shows how Genesis 1-11 is foundational to developing a truly Christian worldview. As Ken Ham walks you through the 7 C’s of history, you will see how all the Christian doctrines essential for a truly biblical worldview are founded in the geology, biology, astronomy, and anthropology that is recorded in Genesis.
God’s Biblical Calendar: The Feasts of the Lord – Part 2
We’ll examine events on God’s Calendar during these Appointed Times: Pentecost or Feast of Weeks- 7 weeks+1 day=50 days after Firstfruits (Lev23:15; Acts 2:1-11); Feast of Tabernacles “God came down from heaven to earth to dwell among men. His shekinah was in their midst (Exd40:34). The Word became flesh and “tabernacled” among us and we beheld His glory (John1:14). God will come down again (Rev21:2-3, 22); Sabbath- preparation & rest reminds us our stay in this world is preparation for our time in the world to come.
Battle Plan for Prayer
Stephen Kendrick will be speaking on prayer and using the Lord’s Prayer to break down a “Battle Plan for Prayer.” Steve Green will be presenting “How the Power of Legacy Led to Museum of the Bible.” He will be discussing the three ways we look at the Bible: Impact, Narrative, and History and how it is the basis for what they are doing. This is a discussion on the Bible and its impact on history as well as the importance of Scripture in family life.
The Titus 2 Woman: Is She Relevant for Today?
What are women supposed to teach and learn from one another? To love their husbands, love their children, and take care of their homes. Is that even relevant in our society today? Please join us for this intriguing workshop as we discover the timeless truths from God’s Word about our biblical role as women. Learn how to practically apply these truths in your own life and in the lives of your daughters and young women you disciple, and begin restoring biblical balance and unity in the home.
Defending the Christian Faith in Today’s World
Many people have the idea the battle between Christianity and humanism (or creation and evolution) is a battle over who has more “facts.” However, the real battle is actually over the interpretation of the same facts. Until Christians understand that everyone has the same facts, but different interpretations of those facts (based upon different presuppositions or biases), they will not be successful in learning how to defend the Christian faith and think in a true Biblical manner. It’s very possible you will never think the same way about this world after attending this keynote!
Cat and Dog Theology
Is it possible that one joke can change your childs life? Absolutely! The joke is simple, A dog says, You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, you love me, you must be God. A cat says, You pet me, you feed me, you shelter me, you love me, I must be God. Ask the simple question, Do I live for God or do I expect God to live for me?
Divinely Inspired Mathematics
Really? Is it possible that Mathematics is actually divinely inspired? We are told that He created everything, and that He was âwell-pleasedâ with His creation. But inspired? Join Tom Clark, Founder and Author of VideoText Interactive Mathematics, as he leads us in an exploration, to find out if Mathematics is just neutral, or if it points directly to God. Find out what the Bible says about Mathematics, where it came from, and why it works. Be encourage to look beyond the numbers to see the benefits of studying Mathematics.
The Dangers of the Homeschool Bubble: Helping Your Kids Discover God’s Full Will For Their Lives
This eye-opening seminar helps your child see that God’s plan for their lives goes beyond their local town, stateand even nation! God has a global plan for their lives. If your child doesn’t know this material, they’ll never fully know God’s will for their lives. Come and see “The Story of the Bible” from Genesis to Revelation and discover how most Christians are only reading half of their Bible. This material has been taught to adults for over 30 years and has a track record of changing lives!
Education: Does God Have An Opinion?
Is Education a neutral subject? Does God have a preference for how He wants children to be educated? What does the Bible teach about schooling? Is there one correct path for education? Are public schools a viable option for Christians? These questions and more will be discussed in this engaging presentation.
When Bible History and World History Meet Face to Face
Looking for inspiration in your study of ancient times? Join Linda Lacour Hobar (author of The Mystery of History) to discover what happens when Bible history and world history meet face to face literally! With a look at Daniel and Belshazzar, Esther and Xerxes, Jesus and Pilate, and more, you will see bible characters and world history figures meet on one seamless, thought-provoking timeline. Through stories and activities for all ages, let His-story be revealed.
Bible Knows Best – Hidden Gems of Astoundingly Good Science and Sound Advice in the Scriptures
David Rives takes attendees on an awe-inspiring journey. Discover nuggets of scientific truth that are easily found when we look closely at the words of Scripture. Did you know that the very origin of time, space, and matter can be found in the very first verse of the Bible? David Rives expertly shows that the Bible is an accurate record of history from beginning to end, and accurate when revealing scientific principles. What is DNA and what does it tell us about a designer God? What do the earth, giant turtles, and a massive pool of water have in common? Who charted the paths of the sea, paths that are still used daily by ships all around the world? Learn of the arctic tern and the tiniest warm-blooded creature on earth: the hummingbird. Employing an easy to use technique, David gives audiences just a hint at the unfathomable grandeur of our Creator’s universe, and His awesome creative power.
Leaving a Legacy of Healthy Generations
What does the Bible say about leaving legacies? Does it apply to healthy eating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Join Nutrition 101: Choose Life! co-author Karen Hopkins as she shares how to train up a healthy generation in a world full of unhealthy convenience food and other harmful toxins. Learn tips on how to help even the pickiest of eaters love God’s good food and how to use aromatherapy to support optimal brain health. Get ready to prepare the way for healthy generations.
Are You Being Robbed?
Satan comes to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). He is a professional robber. He wants to rob you of your anointing of mothering in the home; he wants to rob your children of God’s truth and their destiny; and he wants to rob you in your marriage. How can you guard against his stealing tactics?
The Mystery of the Dinosaurs
There is a biblical alternative to the standard explanation for these creatures. This session answers the basic questions on the subject – What were they? When did they live? What really happened to them? Does the Bible talk about them?, etc.
Has Bible Become Irrelevant to Your Teen?
Most homeschool and Christian school educated teens can answer most any question you ask them about the Bible. However, the greatest Book ever written doesn’t seem relevant to their world. Teen Prasso was written to address real-life issues that teens face. It was written to help them take ownership of God’s truth for themselves–not just because it’s what Dad and Mom believe. Let me introduce you to a fresh, Biblically-based approach to reaching your teen’s heart.
The Stricken Earth
Why do earthquakes happen? Why are all continents shifting toward the west Pacific? Why are the ocean trenches all arcs? Why is the moon so cratered? Why do the current comet photos have scientists stumped? MANY more issues, & theyre all related!
Biblestorying
Biblestorying is one of the most exciting ways to teach. It’s a fun interactive way to learn God’s Word. The whole family can get involved. Visual Story Bible series includes a Multi-Sensory 1-yr Bible Curriculum that’s highly effective for Visual & Kinesthetic learners. Hands-on activities encourage children to experience and remember each Bible story with Drama, Visual Arts, Color Sheets, Crafts, Songs, Auditory Learning, Sewing and more.
How to Raise Godly Children in an Ungodly World
In this discussion, Ken Ham will give examples from his upbringing in helping parents understand the importance of training children from a truly Biblical foundation. What does the Bible say (not your opinion) on how to bring up children; how to train them; how to discipline children; and how to educate them? What should the priorities be in education? Come be inspired and equipped with answers as you lead your family in the truth!
Why Did Paul Make Tents?
The apostle Paul is credited with spreading the Gospel across the Mediterranean world and writing much of the New Testament. Paul was also a tentmaker, which is a trade he most likely learned from an early age. How did Paul use his trade and business as a conduit for sharing the Gospel, and how should this impact the way we use our own skills, jobs, and businesses?
Laying the Foundations for Successful Home Education
Every homeschooling parent must grasp the Biblical directives for the education of their children. Join 23 year veteran homeschooling father of 8 and Pastor to look at the principles from Scripture that pertain to child training and education and gain the confidence needed to successfully educate your children.
“Teaching Your Children to Love the Ten Commandments”: Without Becoming Legalists!
What are we to “teach diligently” (Deut. 6:7)? The Ten Commandments (especially Deut. 5.) Dr. E. Calvin Beisner is the speaker in 23 video lectures on the Ten Commandments suitable for a home school semester or quarter. In this talk Dr. Beisner explains how to use that series and its study guide to lead your children to say, “Oh, how I love Your law!”(Psalm 119:97) without becoming prideful legalists! He shows how the law convicts us of sin, points us to Christ as Savior, and guides our conduct. He explains how it applies to every aspect of life: personal, familial, social, and political. The Ten Commandments once were widely honored in America, and that helped make our nation free, upright, and prosperous. Recent generations have turned from them, leading to tragic moral decay. If we are to have revival, the Ten Commandments will play a major role. Come and learn how God can use you to help spur such revival – beginning in your own home, and expanding from there!
Explore the Possibilities of Online Learning with Monarch
With Monarch online curriculum from Alpha Omega Publications, you get the most complete curriculum for your child’s Christian education. Monarch gives you unprecedented access to 50 courses for grades 3-12 in the five subjects of Bible, history and geography, language arts, math, and science. Monarch is also subscription based, making it affordable for every homeschool family. Discover how Monarch’s media-rich lessons and automatic grading can change the way you homeschool.
Children Experiencing the Lord’s Passover
Passover: An Appointed Time on God’s Biblical Calendar and a night to remember. Experience the retelling (Exodus 1-15) highlighting Yeshua (Jesus) as the “Lamb of God”. Interactive Workshop includes details to help you & your children prepare a family Passover Seder in your home – Tasting, Telling, Smelling, Seeing, Family Drama & Songs.
Responding Biblically to Guilt and Shame
Guilt is a gift from God and is designed to direct us toward Him. Unfortunately, many Christians do not respond biblically to guilt and end up repeating the same sinful habits over and over. Many times, unresolved guilt snowballs into other sins like worry, anxiety, depression, or sinful anger. In this workshop, you will discover how to respond biblically to guilt and shame and how to disciple your children with the same truths.
How to Present the Gospel in Today’s Secularized Culture
Most evangelistic programs todayand most missionaries and evangelistsdo not see Genesis as a key part in reaching people with the Gospel. In these times, however, an understanding of the history in Genesis (e.g. the origin of sin) is foundational to a full understanding of the Gospel message. Realizing how our culture now thinks (and has changed in its thinking) in relation to earth history is a key to know how people should be approached in presenting the Gospel!
Leaving a Legacy of Healthy Generations
What does the Bible say about leaving legacies? Does it apply to healthy eating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle? Join Nutrition 101: Choose Life! co-author Karen Hopkins as she shares how to train up a healthy generation in a world full of unhealthy convenience food and other harmful toxins. Learn tips on how to help even the pickiest of eaters love God’s good food and how to use aromatherapy to support optimal brain health. Get ready to prepare the way for healthy generations.
Why the 20’s Generation Will Change the Church and Culture
Statistical research shows that approximately two-thirds of young people in America are leaving the church by the time they reach college age-with very few returning. In this keynote session, Ken Ham looks at data published in the book, Already Gone. Millennials who currently attend church are going to be the voice of the Church in the future, and we need to do something before we lose another generation. By taking a strong stand on biblical authority, rooting out compromise, and teaching apologetics, we can reclaim lost and coming generations for Christ.