June / July 2026
My prayer is that these resources would help families build homes where God's Word is treasured, Christ is exalted, and disciples are made. Family ministry is not ultimately about creating better programs—it is about helping parents faithfully shepherd the hearts of their children and cultivating homes where the gospel is lived, taught, and celebrated every day.
May God use these resources to strengthen your family and encourage you in the joyful calling of making disciples in your home.
In His Joy,
- Pastor Chad
Recommended Books
Family Driven Faith — Voddie Baucham
Family Driven Faith is one of the most influential modern books on biblical family discipleship. Voddie Baucham challenges parents to reconsider the common assumption that the church should be the primary spiritual influence in a child's life. Instead, he points believers back to God's design in Scripture, where parents bear the primary responsibility for training their children in the faith.
This book provides a compelling vision for family worship, intentional discipleship, and Christ-centered parenting.
Link: Family Driven Faith
Discipling — Matt Chandler & Michael Snetzer
Healthy families are built through intentional discipleship. In Discipling, Matt Chandler and Michael Snetzer offer a simple yet powerful framework for helping others follow Jesus and grow in spiritual maturity.
While not exclusively a parenting book, its principles are invaluable for parents seeking to disciple their children and for church members seeking to invest in the next generation. This resource reminds us that discipleship is not merely a program but a lifestyle of helping others follow Christ.
Link: Discipling (9Marks)
Storing Up Treasure — Kyle Bjerga
This family devotional is designed to help parents and children memorize Scripture together while connecting God's Word to everyday life. Each of the 30 memory verses is accompanied by five short, interactive devotions that help families understand the verse, discuss its application, and develop habits of Scripture memorization. The book is structured to be flexible for busy families and is especially useful for cultivating regular family worship and discipleship in the home.
Link: Storing Up Treasure
Family Devotional Resource
Family Worship — Donald S. Whitney
One of the most common questions parents ask is, "How do I actually lead family worship?"
Donald Whitney answers that question with remarkable simplicity and encouragement. Family Worship demonstrates that family worship does not need to be complicated or intimidating. Through the simple practices of reading Scripture, praying together, and singing together, families can cultivate a rhythm of gospel-centered worship in the home. This practical guide has helped countless Christian families establish meaningful habits of worship and discipleship.
Link: Family Worship (Crossway)
Recommended Podcast
The Family Discipleship Podcast
Hosted by Adam Griffin, The Family Discipleship Podcast provides practical encouragement and biblical wisdom for parents seeking to disciple their children in everyday life. Episodes address real-world parenting challenges, spiritual formation, family rhythms, and gospel-centered discipleship.
This is an excellent resource for busy parents who want faithful guidance while commuting, exercising, or going about daily life.
Link: The Family Discipleship Podcast
Recommended Article
10 Things You Should Know About Family Discipleship — Adam Griffin
If you're looking for a quick introduction to family discipleship, this article is an excellent place to start. Adam Griffin clearly explains why family discipleship matters, how it fits into the Great Commission, and why parents should view discipleship in the home as a normal and joyful part of everyday life. He also highlights the important partnership between the home and the local church in raising children to know and love Christ.