🙏🏽 Friend, are you wondering how to talk with your children about holiday choices especially October 31st, while helping them follow Jesus with understanding?

If you’re ready to open God’s Word, explore your family’s convictions, and make an informed plan together, then this episode is for you!

Gather your children for this Simple Devotions for Children Family Devotion Episode, you’ll hear as I share my personal convictions about October 31, the “Team Jesus” illustration, and a story about welcoming neighbors with Scripture and church invitations. I encourage families to research, pray, and seek God’s guidance together.

Bible Verse: 1 John 1:9 — God is faithful and just to forgive and cleanse us when we confess our sins.

Today’s Simple Truth: We can turn to Jesus, receive His forgiveness, and ask Him to guide our choices.

Family Bible Activity: Research the holiday on October 31st, together using reliable, age-appropriate sources. Talk about what you learn, read God’s Word, and make a family plan for how you want to represent Jesus.

Family Discussion Questions: 1. What does it mean to celebrate this holiday on October 31st? 2. What can we do to research it together? 3. How can we represent Jesus?

Declarations: 1. Our family seeks God’s wisdom as we make decisions. 2. When we confess our sins, God is faithful to forgive us. 3. With God’s help, we can represent Jesus with love.

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Friend, are you praying for your child to have a tender heart—one that listens to God, admits mistakes, and turns back to Him?

If you’re ready to pray for your child with renewed confidence and speak God-centered declarations over their life, then this episode is for you!

In this Simple Devotions for Children Prayer Episode, join in prayer for a tender and repentant heart. Through Acts 3:19, we remember the invitation to turn to God and receive His refreshing. Together, we pray for our children to be sensitive to the Holy Spirit, respond to God’s Word, and grow in compassion and empathy.

Friend, your prayer does not have to be complicated. God hears you. Let’s pray together.

Bible verse focus: Acts 3:19 — repentance, turning to God, forgiveness, and refreshing.

📣 Speak these declarations over your child, replacing “my child” with their name:

1. My child has a repentant heart. 2. God is purifying my child’s heart. 3. The Lord refreshes my child’s soul.

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Have you ever faced a loss so painful that you wondered how to keep going while your children were watching?

Friend, you are not alone. If you're ready to find faith-filled encouragement for a painful season and be reminded that God sees you, then this episode is for you.

In today's episode, I share about the miscarriage I experienced in 2015 and the grief of walking through it far from loved ones as a military family. I also share how God met me in that painful season and why reaching out for support—including professional help—is okay.

I pray this honest conversation meets you with compassion and reminds you that you do not have to carry grief alone.

Content note: This episode includes a detailed personal account of pregnancy loss. Please listen when and if you feel ready.

Samantha first shared this story on Hope After Child and Sibling Loss: An Empty Chair Endeavor. The full interview aired May 26, 2026.

Listen to the full conversation: When Your Darkest Loss Becomes Your Ministry

Aloha 🌺

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Friend, are racing thoughts making it difficult for you or your child to slow down and focus on God’s Word? You’re not alone! 🤍

In this Simple Devotions for Children Family Devotion Episode, we explore Psalm 139:23 and how we can bring anxious thoughts before God while remembering His truth.

If you’re ready to help your child recognize anxious thoughts and build confidence in God’s Word through simple family time, then this episode is for you!

📖 Bible Verse: Psalm 139:23 (NIV)

“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts!”

🧡 Today’s Simple Truth

When our thoughts feel overwhelming, we can turn to God’s Word and remember that we are loved, accepted, and valued.

🎨 Family Bible Activity — Create a Truth List

Read Psalm 139:23, then write down what God’s Word says about you. Begin with “I am loved,” “I am accepted,” and “I am valued.” Work toward ten truths and search for supporting Bible passages together.

💬 Family Discussion Questions

• What kinds of thoughts help you?

• What kinds of thoughts make you anxious?

• What truth from God’s Word can you remember when you feel anxious?

📚 Supporting Passages Discussed

Isaiah 26:3 and Romans 12:2.

💌 Weekly Encouragement

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📅 Coaching

https://calendly.com/hello-samwatson/call30

🌐 Website

www.samwatson.org

🔐 Keywords: Bible Verses; Working Moms; Devotional; Family Time; Active Parenting; Faith-Led.

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The content shared on this podcast is for informational and faith-based purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, legal, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified licensed professional in your State regarding your specific situation as needed.

Are you praying for your child to have a strong heart, a steadfast mind, and confidence in who they are in Christ?

You're not alone, my friend! 🤍

In today's Simple Devotions for Children Prayer Episode, we're praying over our children's hearts and minds, trusting God to strengthen them and surround them with His perfect peace.

📖 Bible Verse: Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)

God's Word reminds us that He keeps those whose minds are steadfast in perfect peace because they trust in Him.

If you're ready to pray for your child's heart and mind and speak God's Word over their life, then this episode is for you! 🙏🏽

🧡 In This Prayer Episode, We'll:

• Pray for our children to develop strong hearts and steadfast minds rooted in Christ.
• Ask God to surround our children with His peace as they learn to trust Him.
• Speak simple declarations over our children based on Isaiah 26:3.

Declaration to Speak Over Your Child

✨ My child's mind is steadfast on You, Lord.

✨ Lord, keep my child's heart strong.

✨ Thank You, Jesus, for caring for my child's heart and mind.

Friend, your prayers don't have to be long or complicated. God hears you when you call on Him.

Blessings 🫶🏽

⭐️ Next Steps

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🔐 Keywords: Bible Verses, Working Moms, Devotional, Family Time, Active Parenting, Faith-Led, Christian Working Moms, prayer for children, strong heart and peaceful mind, Isaiah 26:3 prayer, Scripture declarations for kids, family devotional, praying over your child, Christian parenting

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Are you a Christian Working Mom trying to make time for God, care for your body, and stay present with your children—even when life feels busy?

You're not alone, my friend! 🤍

In today's episode of Simple Devotions for Children, I'm joined by my friend Tarra, mom of seven and host of the Workouts and the Word podcast.

We're talking about how simple movements, short moments in God's Word, and everyday family routines can help you care for yourself while modeling a faith-led life for your children.

If you're ready to make faith, fitness, and family time feel less overwhelming, then this episode is for you! 🙏🏽

🧡 3 Simple Tips You'll Learn

• Start with small movements. Discover how everyday activities like picking up toys, cooking dinner, or walking with your children can become opportunities to move your body.
• Make Bible time interactive. Learn how using simple actions, coloring, and repeated words during Bible stories can help your children participate in family devotions.
• Model faith through everyday routines. Find encouragement to pray with your children, share Bible verses, and invite them to join you in healthy activities.

Remember, my friend, you don't need a perfect routine to begin. Small, consistent steps can help you care for yourself and lead your children closer to Jesus!

Blessings 🫶🏽

🎙️ Connect with Tara

Podcast: Workouts and the Word

Guest website/newsletter: workoutsandtheword.grwebsite.com

⭐️ Next Steps

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⭐️ Website: www.samwatson.org

🔐 Keywords: Bible Verses, Working Moms, Devotional, Family Time, Active Parenting, Faith Led, Christian Working Moms, faith and fitness, workouts for busy moms, simple family devotional, Bible activities for children, Christian parenting

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The content shared on this podcast is for informational and faith-based purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, legal, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified licensed professional in your State regarding your specific situation as needed.

Feeling discouraged or needing renewed strength for yourself and your children?

You're not alone, my friend! 🤍

In today's Simple Devotions for Children Family Devotion Episode, we're exploring Isaiah 40:31 and discovering how putting our hope in God can renew our strength.

Together, we'll learn how encouraging one another, building resilience, and trusting Jesus can help us keep moving forward—even when life feels difficult.

If you're ready to strengthen your family's faith, encourage your children through challenges, and discover how God's Word can renew your strength, then this episode is for you! 🙏🏽

📖 Bible Verse: Isaiah 40:31

🧡 Today's Simple Truth: When we put our hope in the Lord and encourage one another, we can find renewed strength to keep going.

Grab your physical Bibles and gather your family!

1. Everyone closes their Bible.
2. One person calls out “Isaiah 40:31!”
3. Race to find the verse.
4. The first person to find it stands up and reads it aloud.

Have fun exploring God's Word together!

• How can you renew your strength?
• What is something that has been discouraging you this week?
• Who can you depend on when you feel discouraged?

Friend, remember that you don't have to do life alone. God has placed people in your family who can encourage and strengthen one another.

Keep putting your hope in Jesus and reminding each other of the potential God has placed within you.

Blessings 🫶🏽

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Main Podcast Keywords: Bible Verses, Working Moms, Devotional, Family Time, Active Parenting, Faith-Led, Christian Working Moms, family devotional, resilience for kids, Isaiah 40:31, Bible verses for children, Christian parenting, renewed strength, family encouragement

The content shared on this podcast is for informational and faith-based purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, legal, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified licensed professional in your State regarding your specific situation as needed.

You're not alone, my friend! 🤍

Welcome to Simple Devotions for Children, where busy Christian Working Moms can find simple, powerful prayers to speak over their children.

In today's Prayer Episode, we're praying for resilience, perseverance, and God's strength to help our children face challenges and keep moving forward in faith.

If you're ready to pray for your child to overcome difficult moments, grow stronger through challenges, and remember who they are in Jesus, then this episode is for you! 🙏🏽

📖 Bible Verse: James 1:2–4

🙏🏽 Prayer Focus: Resilience & Perseverance Through Challenges

🗣️ Declarations to Speak Over Your Child:

1. “Lord, use the challenges my child faces to strengthen them.”

2. “My child is strong in the Lord and in the power of Your might.”

3. “By the blood of Jesus, my child is sanctified and set apart for God's perfect plan.”

Friend, even when you don't have all the answers, you can bring your child's struggles before God in prayer. He hears you and loves your child.

Let's battle together in prayer! 🙏🏽

Blessings 🫶🏽

👉 Join the Simple Devotions Insider List for weekly encouragement:

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⭐️ Website: www.samwatson.org

Main Podcast Keywords: Bible Verses, Working Moms, Devotional, Family Time, Active Parenting, Faith-Led

Supporting Search Phrases: Christian Working Moms, prayer for children, praying for your child, resilience in children, Christian parenting, James 1:2–4, perseverance, faith-based parenting

The content shared on this podcast is for informational and faith-based purposes only. It is not intended as medical, psychological, legal, or professional advice. Please consult a qualified licensed professional in your State regarding your specific situation as needed.