Prayer and devotions are an important part of the day. It is a great way to get your kids introduced to daily time with God. I feel it gets harder as you get older and busier, to incorporate it into your life if you haven't done so already. Establish the habit early on. Why not start young, so your kids center their days around devotions rather than trying to fit it in later?
We have been using The One Year Devotions for Preschoolers. My kids have loved this one. It has great pictures to look at. The daily devotions each share a story, a bible verse and a prayer that we repeat. Jman and BG spend a lot of time just paging through the book.
We also have God's Mighty Warrior Devotional. This is a devotional that focuses on boys age 4 - 7. The Bible verses are a little longer and there are articles that delve further into the verses. There are also pages to write down prayer requests and answered prayers. My oldest is 5 and really gets into the stories and activities!
I have personally used a few and have enjoyed them all.
Grace For The Moment by Max Lucado. This devotional is uplifting and real. It speaks to one and all.
My Utmost For His Highest by Oswald Chambers. This devotional really makes you think about your character, as well as God's. It can be transforming, if you want it to be.
Come Away My Beloved by Frances J. Roberts. This devotional will speak to your heart and encourage you.
Tramp For The Lord by Corrie Ten Boom. My husband recommends this one. :) It isn't a true devotional, but can be read as one. It is a book with short chapters, each centered around a Bible verse. It is a powerful book! My husband has multiple copies and gives them away. That's how much he enjoys this book.
If you want to read Corrie Ten Boom's personal story, you can find it in the book titled The Hiding Place.
I pray that you find the time for family devotions and that this list may help get you started or give you new ideas for continuing your family time!
Blessings,
Amanda
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