As a mom of two young kids, I often find myself caught up in the craziness of daily life—making meals, picking up toys, endless laundry—and in the midst of it all, I sometimes wonder, “Am I doing enough to teach my kids about the things that really matter?” One of those things is worship, but not just the kind we do in church, but how we worship at home. I want my kids to understand that worship is more than singing; it’s a part of everything we do.
Honestly, this can feel daunting. Sometimes I question if they’re too young to really grasp the idea of worship or if I’m even teaching them the right way. But here’s the truth I’ve learned: It’s never too early to start teaching our kids about worship, and we don’t have to do it perfectly for it to matter. We just need to be intentional.
Let me share a few things I’ve been trying with my own kids to incorporate worship at home, in the hope that it might encourage you too.
Bringing Worship into Our Everyday Moments
I’m starting to see that worship at home can be powerful, because it happens in the real moments of life. It’s those simple, everyday things we do as a family that can turn into beautiful opportunities for worship.
1. Worship Around the Table
Dinner time at our house is often chaotic. Someone’s dropping their fork, another is picky about the food, and yet, we try to take a moment before we eat to thank God together. It doesn’t have to be a long, drawn-out prayer. Sometimes, I just ask my kids to say something they’re thankful for, and we say a simple prayer together. It’s been a great way to remind them (and me) that God is present in the middle of our messes.
2. Bedtime Prayers and Worship Songs
Bedtime is an important time for us! After we finally get them settled, I’ll sit with my kids, and we’ll sing a simple worship song or pray together. I’ve found that this calms their hearts and mine, and it’s such a sweet way to end the day. Sometimes, the prayers are quick, but I know I’m creating habits of praise for them even at a young age. I cherish these moments because they’re learning that worship is about bringing everything—big or small—to God.
3. Car Ride Conversations
If your car rides are anything like mine, they’re often filled with noise—either the kids’ chatter or some music in the background. Lately, I’ve been more intentional about making those moments a chance to worship. We’ll listen to worship music or I’ll point out something beautiful we see, like a sunset or the trees, and remind them that God made it. It’s a small way to turn our attention to Him, even when we’re running errands.
4. Snack Time Devos
Another way to have fun with your kids and worship at home is snack time! By creating snacks that are based around Bible stories it allows an opportunity for a quick devotional and yummy food! While they munch on their favorite treat, ask questions about the story and encourage them to share what they think or how they see God working in their lives. This keeps worship engaging and helps kids understand that connecting with God can happen anytime—even during snack breaks! Check out our blog about 10 Fun and Creative Bible Themed Snacks to Teach Kids Bible Lessons
Worship as a Lifestyle, Not Just a Sunday Thing
What I really want my kids to see is that worship isn’t just what we do on Sundays—it’s how we live every day. It’s the way we talk to God, the way we show kindness to others, and even the way we choose joy in hard moments. I’m not perfect at this (far from it!), but I’m realizing that when my kids see me worship in the little things—whether it’s singing to God while I do dishes or praying for patience—they’re learning that worship is a natural part of life.
Letting My Kids Lead the Way
One of the sweetest things I’ve started doing is letting my kids lead in their own way. Sometimes I’ll ask them to pick a song they want to sing, or I’ll let them say the prayer before bed or dinner. It’s not always polished, my kids are 2 and 1, but I’ve seen how much it means to them to take part. It’s their way of connecting with God, and it’s teaching me that worship isn’t just something we teach—it’s something we get to experience together as a family.
Grace for the Journey: Consistency Over Perfection
If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that creating a worship culture at home isn’t about doing it perfectly. Some days, it feels like I barely have it together, and that’s okay. What matters is showing up and being consistent. Whether it’s a prayer at the dinner table, a song in the car, or a bedtime prayer, these little moments add up. God is working in our kids’ hearts even when we don’t see it right away.
It’s Never Too Early
If I could offer one bit of encouragement to other parents, it’s this: It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about worship. And you don’t have to be perfect or have it all figured out. Just take the next step, whatever that looks like for you. Whether you’re singing a worship song together, pointing out something beautiful in nature, or simply praying as a family, you’re planting seeds of faith in your children’s hearts.
Worship at home can be simple, messy, and real—and that’s what makes it so beautiful. It’s in those everyday moments that our kids will learn that worship isn’t just something we do; it’s who we are. And as we live it out, they’ll see that it’s a lifestyle, one that connects us to God in every part of our day.