Welcome to the Holiday Edition of Parent-Driven Discussions!
The holiday season is one of the most meaningful times of the year for families. From Thanksgiving gatherings to Christmas celebrations, these weeks are filled with traditions, anticipation, and opportunities to point our children to Jesus. In the middle of the excitement, it can be easy to rush past the simple moments God wants to use to shape our families.
This special Holiday Edition of Parent-Driven Discussions offers a set of short, Bible-focused conversation guides to help you slow down and center your family’s heart on Christ. Whether you are around the dinner table, decorating the house, driving to a holiday event, or winding down at bedtime, these simple discussions will help your family practice thankfulness, remember God’s promises, and celebrate the gift of Jesus together.
Practicing Thankfulness
Bible Focus
1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV) – “Give thanks in all circumstances for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
Paul teaches us that thankfulness is something we choose. God does not ask us to pretend everything is perfect, but He does invite us to look for His goodness even on hard days. For younger children, this can be as simple as thanking God for a warm meal or a fun moment. Older kids can recognize deeper blessings like a friend who encouraged them or strength God gave them during a challenge. When we practice thankfulness, we train our hearts to see God at work in everyday moments.
Discussion Questions:
What is one thing from today you can thank God for?
Why do you think God tells us to give thanks in all circumstances?
What makes it hard to be thankful sometimes?
How do you feel when someone thanks you?
How does it feel when you thank someone else?
Can you think of a hard moment when God helped you? What could you thank Him for in that situation?
Coloring Page Activity
Family Prayer
God, thank You for Your goodness. Help our family be thankful and remember Jesus in all we do. Please fill our home with Your peace and joy. Amen.”
Additional Discipleship Resources
10 Verses That Help Families Cultivate Thankful Hearts
10 Reasons to Read the Bible as a Family
Ephesians Family Bible Study – Walk Worthy
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