In today’s fast-paced world, it can be tough to find the time to sit down as a family, let a lone find time to do devotionals with your kids. But that’s where we come in! You don’t need an hour or a lot of fancy materials—just 10 minutes and a willing heart can create meaningful moments with God. These kids daily devotionals are designed to fit into your family’s busy schedule while keeping your kids connected to God throughout the week.
Simple, Meaningful Kids Devotionals for Busy Families
These 10 kids devotionals are made for you and your family, switch them up or do them in order, and try not to over think it! Just talk about what God is teaching you in each of these areas. Let’s dive in and check out these devotionals for our kids.
Thankfulness in All Things (1 Thessalonians 5:18)
- Verse: “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
- Devotional: Have everyone go around and share one thing they’re thankful for that day. It could be something small, like their favorite snack, or something bigger, like family or health.
- Discussion Questions:
- Why is it important to thank God in every situation, not just the good ones?
- How can we remind ourselves to be grateful even when things are tough?
- Simple Prayer: “Dear God, thank You for the blessings You give us every day. Help us to always have hearts full of gratitude, even when things don’t go our way. Amen.”
Trusting God (Proverbs 3:5-6)
- Verse: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
- Devotional: Talk with your kids about what it means to trust God, especially when life gets confusing or hard to understand. Share a personal example of a time you trusted God, even when things didn’t make sense.
- Discussion Questions:
- Why is it sometimes hard to trust God?
- What are some ways we can practice trusting Him in our daily lives?
- Simple Prayer: “Lord, teach us to trust You more each day. When we’re unsure or afraid, help us remember that You are in control and guiding our steps. Amen.”
Loving Others (John 13:34)
- Verse: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
- Devotional: Discuss how Jesus showed love to others, especially those who were hurting or different. Ask your kids how they can show love to friends, family, or even people they don’t know.
- Discussion Questions:
- How can we love others the way Jesus loves us?
- What’s one way you can show love to someone this week?
- Simple Prayer: “Jesus, thank You for loving us so much. Help us to follow Your example and love others, even when it’s hard. Show us how we can be kind and caring every day. Amen.”
Patience (Galatians 5:22-23)
- Verse: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.”
- Devotional: Patience is tough for kids (and adults!) to practice. Talk about how it’s one of the “fruits of the Spirit” and what it looks like to be patient in different situations—like waiting for a turn or letting someone else go first.
- Discussion Questions:
- When is it hard for you to be patient?
- How can we ask God to help us be more patient?
- Simple Prayer: “God, sometimes it’s really hard to wait. Please give us patience and help us to be calm and kind even when we feel frustrated. Amen.”
Being Brave (Joshua 1:9)
- Verse: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
- Devotional: Talk about a time when your child felt scared or nervous, and remind them that God is always with them, giving them strength and courage. Share an example from your life, too.
- Discussion Questions:
- How does it help knowing God is with you when you’re scared?
- What’s something you’re afraid of that you can ask God to help you with?
- Simple Prayer: “Dear God, thank You for always being with us. Help us to be brave and strong, knowing You are by our side in everything we do. Amen.”
Helping Others (Matthew 5:16)
- Verse: “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
- Devotional: Explain how helping others is a way to let God’s light shine through us. Brainstorm with your kids some simple ways they can help out at home, at school, or in the community.
- Discussion Questions:
- What’s one thing you can do this week to help someone?
- How do you think it makes God feel when we help others?
- Simple Prayer: “God, thank You for giving us the chance to help others. Show us how we can be a light to the people around us. Amen.”
How to Make Kids Devotionals a Daily Habit
Life as parents can easily become so busy that we forget to find moments to spend teaching our kids about God. Let us not forget that our kids knowing Jesus is the most important thing we can teach them as parents, so let’s learn how to make this a daily habit. Here are a few steps and encouragement on how to do so.
- Set a Specific Time: Whether it’s after dinner, before bed, or on the way to school, consistency is key. Make it a part of your daily routine!
- Keep It Simple: Don’t worry about making every devotional perfect. Focus on spending time together as a family and reflecting on God’s Word.
- Get Everyone Involved: Let your kids take turns reading the verse or leading the prayer. This gives them ownership of the devotional time and helps them engage more deeply.
- End with Prayer: Every devotional should close with a short, simple prayer that ties in the lesson. Encourage your kids to pray, too!
Why 10-Minute Kids Devotionals Work for Families
I know from experience life can get crazy and hectic in a matter of seconds. These short kids daily devotionals are easy to fit into a busy schedule, but they pack a powerful punch, even for us adults! They provide an opportunity for your family to reconnect with each other and with God in meaningful ways, even on the busiest of days.
Creating kids daily devotionals doesn’t have to be complicated. By taking just 10 minutes to sit down with your kids, read a verse, ask some thoughtful questions, and say a prayer, you’re helping them grow in their relationship with God. Keep it light, fun, and consistent, and watch how this small habit strengthens your family’s faith.So, take 10 minutes this week to dive into these devotionals together—you’ll be amazed at the spiritual growth that can happen in just a few minutes a day!