Packing Well

Written By Henry Craig Hadley

What are we putting in our kids' spiritual suitcases? And what unnecessary baggage are we still carrying ourselves?

In this message, Meredith Miller explores the well-intentioned but harmful reality of "bingo-winning faith"—where list management and rule-following replace a genuine relationship with God. Instead of treating faith like obedience training for a puppy, Meredith offers four practical, grace-oriented ways the whole church community can introduce kids to a trustworthy traveling companion.

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