For families, it can be challenging to find time to sit down and connect with your loved ones despite endless distractions. However, even a few minutes of prayer a day could help your family grow closer and stronger through faith. Here are a few other advantages of engaging in family prayer.

3 Reasons to Make Family Prayer Time a Habit

1. Teach Your Child to Be Grateful

It’s easy to establish a respectful mindset in your little ones by introducing them to the concept of prayer at an early age. During prayer time, encourage your little one to thank God for the roof over their head, the food in their belly, or a beloved family pet. They’ll quickly realize how many blessings fill their life, and that it’s God who put them there.

2. Get Closer to Your Little Ones

Instead of asking your child to recant what they learned at school or who they ate with at lunch, pray with them to hear the way they think, feel, and view the world. When they’re encouraged to open up in the presence of God, they’ll feel inclined to speak honestly and share their experiences.

With your help, they’ll learn that God is loving and forgiving, and they can always be transparent with Him about their struggles and mistakes. By communicating with God alongside your child, you’ll hear this exchange and strengthen your bond as a family.

3. Make Faith a Household Priority

You’ll need to establish your faith as a household with consistent actions, not just words. By telling your children you’ll be holding daily or weekly family prayer, you’ll make faith a constant and universal priority. As your child grows, they’ll see their own faith as a positive aspect of their childhood and unifying influence on the family.

If you’re interested in learning how to build prayer time into your family’s life, visit the City Of Refuge Christian Church in Waipahu, HI. This non-denominational church is devoted to making everyone feel welcome, opening their doors to all ethnic groups, cultures, and ages. They also offer Bible studies, community outreach programs, breakthrough prayer sessions, and counseling. Learn more about their youth programs online, or call (808) 677-5677 to speak to a member of the church about their Sunday worship services.