How would your family life change if you truly believed—deep down—that you and your kids are dearly loved, on your busiest and messiest days?

On this quick episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark explores how embracing our identity as “dearly loved children” is our most transformative identity in Christ. Christen shares wisdom from Ephesians 5, practical ways to model sacrificial love for your kids, and her own family stories to help you with yours

• [00:01:11] Rooting your parenting in the truth that you are "dearly loved"
• [00:04:23] How kids naturally imitate their parents

Resources:

• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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Does transformation in yourself or your family life ever feel impossible?

On this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark explores how "being made new" in Christ brings hope and real spiritual growth for parents and kids alike, even when family time feels rushed and imperfect. If you've ever wondered how to model authentic faith at home or guide your children through discipleship while embracing your own flaws, this episode offers the encouragement you need.

• [00:01:05] Discovering the Biblical foundation for being made new
• [00:05:05] Handling setbacks and showing your kids what true spiritual growth looks like in everyday family life

Resources:

• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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Is your family connected to the Body of Christ?

On this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark dives into how being an active part of the church body is essential to Christian discipleship and raising Christian kids. Through a look at Ephesians 4, Christen challenges families to step beyond just attending church discovering together what it means to serve, grow, and embrace a true faith both inside and outside your home.

• [00:01:16] Why every member of the church body, big or small, is needed
• [00:03:34] How actively serving as a family shapes your kids’ understanding of faith, purpose, and what it really means to belong.

Resources:

• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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