The Healthy Christian Leader - Raising Children Who Know Their Spiritual Potential | Julia Benwell

In this episode of the Healthy Christian Leader Show, Dwight Habermehl sits down with Julia Benwell, who brings 34 years of experience in children’s ministry, to explore what it looks like to intentionally nurture the spiritual lives of children. Together, they discuss the challenges parents face in a culture filled with competing influences, the importance of establishing spiritual foundations from an early age, and how parents can create an environment where children learn to hear from God and recognize His work in their lives.Julia shares practical insights on modeling faith, building family identity, recognizing spiritual gifts and callings, and gradually transitioning from directing children to coaching them as they grow into their teenage and young adult years. They also explore how churches can meaningfully involve children beyond traditional children's ministry by creating opportunities for mentorship, service, worship, and ministry alongside adults.Whether you're a parent, grandparent, pastor, or leader, this conversation offers encouragement and practical wisdom for helping the next generation discover who they are in Christ and confidently step into what God has called them to be.Support the show