Breaking open to the 'God box' A ngela Powell is a mother on a mission to cultivate faith in everyday family life. She realized then that she could do more at home and at her church. It can be as simple as mentioning their baptism when splashing in the bathtub, pointing out clouds or flowers God has made or playing Christian tapes in the car. It takes three seconds. In addition to celebrating baptismal birthdays and sharing family faith stories, she and her husband also talk alone with each child.
Faith is caught more than it's taught.
What we display in our homes also tells our children what we think is important. Powell keeps a Christmas plate on the mantel and a picture of Jesus in the kitchen. Powell also wanted to make her church more family friendly. Now these are presented during worship, involving both congregation and parents, who visibly place the Scriptures in their hands. From such intentional efforts at church and at home, faith can thrive in daily life, but may sprout when you least expect it, Powell adds.