Silly Sheep

Preaching the Gospel to Ourselves & Our Kids!

Amanda Skinner & Ashley Skinner Hassel Episode 18

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As moms, we spend so much time correcting, teaching, and guiding our children—but what if one of the most powerful things we can do is preach the gospel to ourselves first?


In this episode, we talk about how the gospel isn’t just something we teach our kids—it’s something we desperately need daily. When we remind our hearts of truth, grace, and our identity in Christ, it transforms not only us—but the way we parent.


 In This Episode, We Discuss…

•What it means to “preach the gospel to yourself”

•Why moms need the gospel just as much as their kids

•How our reactions often reveal what we’re believing

•Modeling repentance, grace, and forgiveness in real time

•How everyday moments become gospel-teaching opportunities


 What You’ll Learn…

•How to shift from guilt and frustration to grace-filled parenting

•Simple ways to remind yourself of truth in hard moments

•Why your identity in Christ changes how you respond to your kids

•How to intentionally point your children to Jesus through your own life

•Practical ways to bring the gospel into everyday conversations


Key Encouragement…


You don’t have to be a perfect mom to point your kids to Jesus.

In fact, it’s often in your weakness, repentance, and dependence on Him that they see the gospel most clearly.


When you preach the gospel to your own heart—

you’ll naturally begin to live it out in your home.


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Links/ Sources: 

Quote by Charles Spurgeon- " A child's soul is in danger if he expresses confidence in Christ but isn't also learning to name his sins, confess them, and turn to Christ for forgiveness."


Scripture references: 

Romans 8:1

Job 19:25

Psalm 23:1

Galatians 2:20

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