The Words That Shape a Child for Life - Spiritually Fit Today

Welcome to Spiritually Fit Today with Arnie Cole and guest Mrs. Thimijan. In this episode we explore how the everyday words and actions adults offer preschoolers can plant unbreakable confidence and early spiritual roots, anchored in Proverbs 22:6. Mrs. Thimijan draws on 43 years in Christian preschool ministry to share practical practices: give focused attention, eye contact, listening, specific affirmation, handle teasing gently, help perfectionistic children try without fear, point out God-given gifts, partner with parents and church, and rely on the Holy Spirit and prayer. 4 R Action Steps - Read: Proverbs 22:6. - Reflect: Which small, daily habit (a specific compliment, eye contact, a listening moment) can you start today to “plant” confidence and faith? - Respond (prayer): Lord, thank you for each child made in Your image. Help us speak life, show patience, and plant seeds of confidence and faith through our presence and prayer. Amen. - Reveal: Choose one child this week—spend focused time, speak a specific truth about their gift, pray for them aloud, and tell their parent or teacher what you noticed so the encouragement is reinforced. Contact: [email protected] Keywords: child self-image, preschool faith, Christian parenting, Proverbs 22:6, early spiritual development, building confidence, spiritual formation, Holy Spirit, Christian preschool, parenting tips, grandparents Subscribe to get each episode delivered to your Inbox daily at: https://bttb.org/subscribe2sft