Raising Kids or Disciples?

Raising Kids or Disciples?

Are we raising good kids… or disciples of Jesus?

In this message, Youth Minister Bryan Borden challenges us to rethink what success in parenting really looks like. It’s easy to focus on behavior, achievement, and keeping kids out of trouble—but Jesus calls us to something deeper: making disciples.

Drawing from Matthew 28, Ephesians 6, and other key passages, this sermon explores the powerful role parents play in shaping their children’s faith—not just through what they say, but how they live.

You’ll discover:

Why modeling faith matters more than just teaching it
How discipline and love work together in spiritual formation
The danger of raising a generation that “does not know the Lord”
Practical encouragement for leading your children toward Christ

Because at the end of the day, the goal isn’t just well-behaved kids… it’s hearts transformed by Jesus.

👉 Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or someone investing in the next generation, this message will challenge and encourage you.

Let’s raise disciples.