Building a strong family culture takes work. It means thinking about what values you want to pass on to your children. For Christian families, this often means creating a home where faith is at the center. This post explores how to create a Christian culture in your home through intentional parenting.

Starting the Homeschool Journey

Many parents start thinking about how their kids will be educated early. One mom, Djerica, made the decision to homeschool her kids in 2019. She and her husband came to faith in 2018. They were surrounded by other believers who homeschooled their children. Djerica saw how these families put God first in their homes. She began to think about doing the same.

Djerica listened to a talk about homeschooling. It made her realize that she wanted to be the one to raise and teach her children about God. She saw homeschooling as a way to have freedom in education. She didn’t have to choose between public, private, or charter schools. She could create her own path.

Talking With Your Partner

Djerica talked with her husband about homeschooling. At first, he wasn’t sure. He had different experiences with homeschooling. But, as they talked more, they realized it was the right choice for their family.

Communication is key. Discuss your goals and vision for your family. Consider what each of you brings to the table. Work together to create a plan that works for everyone.

Discipleship Over Academics

It’s easy to get caught up in academics. But, for Christian families, discipleship should come first. This means teaching your children about God and helping them grow in their faith.

Djerica focuses on having conversations with her children about God. Her four-year-old asks questions about who God is and why Jesus died. She wants her sons to see her and her husband living out their faith. She wants them to want to serve God.

To keep discipleship first:

  • Have regular conversations about God.
  • Show your children how you live out your faith.
  • Use the Bible to teach them about character.
  • Focus on their hearts, not just their behavior.

A helpful book is Shepherding a Child’s Heart. It talks about dealing with the deeper issues in a child’s heart and bringing them back to Jesus.

Taking it Slow

Djerica plans to introduce academics slowly. She doesn’t want to overwhelm her children or burn them out. She wants to let them learn at their own pace.

She remembers her own experience coming to the United States. She had to learn English quickly. She became independent in her learning. She wants to foster a love of learning in her children, not squash it with too much pressure.

Building a Christian Culture

Djerica is thinking about how to create a Christian culture in her home. She wants to create a rich Christian heritage for her children. She wants them to raise their own families to love God.

This starts with being intentional in your home. It means creating an environment where Christ is at the center. It means teaching your children about God’s love and grace.

Long-Term Goals

Djerica’s main goal is that her children will be disciples of Jesus in 30 years. She isn’t as worried about what career they have, but is focused on them being lovers of God.

It’s easy to get caught up in wanting your child to be “well-rounded”. But, it’s more important to focus on their spiritual foundation. When children understand who they are in Christ, they can do anything.

Ask yourself: What do I want my children to believe about God and themselves?

Creating Your Own Path

Every family is different. There’s no one right way to create a Christian culture in your home. You and your partner get to decide what it looks like for your family.

Think about what traditions and values are important to you. Create a plan that reflects your family’s unique personality and gifts.

A Lasting Impact

Creating a Christ-centered home takes time and effort. But, it’s worth it. You are creating a legacy of faith that will impact generations to come. Your children will be blessed to grow up in a home where God is honored and loved.

What steps will you take today to create a more Christ-centered home?