WELCOME TO THE PARENT DIFFERENTLY: 21-DAY CHALLENGE!
God created our children intentionally; by His design, with purpose, identity, and calling. In a world that is increasingly confused about identity and constantly competing for the hearts of our kids, parents need wisdom, clarity, and confidence to lead their homes with truth and grace.
Whether it’s just you and your spouse or you have kids of all ages in your home, this challenge is built to bring new life to your home. The goal is to help your family connect and grow together. For the next 21 days, you will practice three simple daily rhythms (READ, TALK, PRAY) to help your family experience God. (Stick this card on your fridge or in a place you will see it each day.)
READ | TALK | PRAY
READ
Find the time when your family is most available to sit down together for 10 minutes to take turns reading God’s Word aloud. (Scroll down to see the 21-day Discovery Bible Study Plan)
TALK
Make the commitment to eat together for one meal each day. During this time, start a conversation, working through at least two discussion questions (Scroll down) while you enjoy your meal together.
PRAY
Take time in the morning to pray together or individually. Make this time simple and encouraging:
1. Thank God for giving us today.
2. Ask God to help us show His ways.
(peace, patience, love, etc.)
3. Invite God to show each of us someone we can serve/love/share with today.
Take time in the evening to pray together. Consider working through the P.R.A.Y. acronym
Praise - What’s something God did today that you want to praise Him for?
Repent - What’s something you thought or did that you need to confess and ask forgiveness for?
Ask - Who, what, or where are you asking God to work in and through? (Struggles, needs, etc...)
Yield - Surrender your desires to be done God’s way, and close with “Amen” - let it be done.
21 DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY
DAY 1 - God is Love | 1 John 4:7-21
-Q: How does knowing God is love change how you see Him?
Day 2: Created on Purpose | Ephesians 2:1-10 / Psalm 139
-Q: How does it feel to know God created you as a "masterpiece"?
Day 3: The reality of sin | Romans 1:18-22 / Romans 3:9-26
-Q: Why do we need to admit we are broken before we can be fixed?
Day 4: The gift of Jesus | John 3:1-21
-Q: What does sending Jesus tell you about God’s heart for you?
Day 5: saved by grace | Ephesians 2:8-9 / Romans 5
-Q: Are you trying to earn God’s Grace, or are you accepting it as a gift?
Day 6: new creation | 2 Corinthians 5:1-21 / Acts 2:37-41
-Q: What part of your "old life" are you ready to leave behind?
Day 7: adopted as children | Romans 8:1-17
-Q: How does it feel to call the Creator of the universe "Father"?
Day 8: the holy spirit within | Galatians 5:16-26
-Q: Which "fruit" (like patience or kindness) do you need most today?
Day 9: power of prayer | Philippians 4:4-9 / Matthew 6:5-15
-Q: How can you begin to implement prayer into everyday moments?
Day 10: God’s word as a guide | Psalm 119:97-112 / John 1:1-5
-Q: What decision do you need God’s guidance for today?
Day 11: the body of Christ | 1 Corinthians 12:12-31
-Q: How can you use your gifts & abilities in the body of believers?
Day 12: Remain and love | John 15:1-17 / John 13:34-35
-Q: Who can you show kindness to today?
Day 13: Share the good news | John 4:1-42
-Q: Who is one person you can tell about your faith?
Day 14: living hope | 1 Peter 1:3-9 / Revelation 21:1-8
-Q: How does knowing heaven is waiting change your difficult days?
Day 15: Trusting God's Path | Proverbs 3:1-12
-Q: What worry do you need to trade for trust today?
Day 16: Freedom in Forgiveness | Ephesians 4:17-32 / Matt 6:14-15
-Q: Is there anyone you need to forgive, just as Christ forgave you?
Day 17: Greatness is Service | Mark 10:32-45
-Q: What is one unglamorous way you can serve someone this week?
Day 18: Standing Strong | Ephesians 6:10-20
-Q: Which piece of God's armor (like truth or faith) do you need to put on?
Day 19: A Generous Heart | 2 Corinthians 9:6-15
-Q: How can you be generous with your words, time, or resources today?
Day 20: Joy in the Struggle | James 1:1-18
-Q: How can you respond with joy even when things don't go your way?
Day 21: The Great Commission | Matthew 28:16-20
-Q: How will you continue to follow Jesus after this 21-day journey?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
STARTER
The "High/Low/Buffalo"
What was the best part of your day (High), the hardest part (Low), and the weirdest/most unexpected/funniest thing that happened (Buffalo)?
DEEPER
- If you could "rewind" one part of your day and do it over again, which part would you pick and why?
- What is something you learned or tried today?
- Was there something you needed help with today? (or) How did you help someone else today?
