Raising Kids Who Worship the Giver, Not the Gifts: Countercultural Parenting at Christmas
“Don’t be afraid to pull back from the pressure to give them everything they want. You’re giving them something far greater when you point them to the Savior.”
Christmas should be a time of wonder, worship, and joy—but for many families, it becomes a battlefield of expectations, comparison, and entitlement.
In this episode of Legacy Parenting, John and Lori Lane offer a heart-level, biblically rooted conversation about how to disciple your children during the holidays. From the biblical foundations of gift-giving to navigating disappointment and shepherding heart desires, this conversation is filled with practical, grace-filled encouragement.
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Whether your children are making lists, battling comparison, or struggling with unmet expectations, you’ll leave equipped to lead them toward the only gift that truly satisfies—Jesus.
Audio Podcast available on Tuesday, December 2nd.
In this episode, we cover:
How to disciple your child through Christmas entitlement
The biblical foundation for generosity and gift-giving
How to ask heart-revealing questions that shepherd, not shame
Creative, Christ-centered traditions to cultivate gratitude
Why redirecting to Christ is the most loving thing we can do
