Christian grandparents play an important role in God’s plan for passing faith from one generation to the next. Discover practical encouragement, biblical wisdom, and resources to help your grandchildren know and follow Jesus.
Faith is often passed from one generation to the next through ordinary relationships.
A grandparent's prayers, conversations, stories, and example can shape a child's faith for years to come. Research consistently shows that grandparents remain one of the most trusted and influential adults in a child's life.
The Bible speaks often about generations encouraging one another in faith:
Christian grandparenting is about more than family traditions. It is about intentionally helping grandchildren discover God's love, understand His Word, and follow Jesus throughout their lives.
A NEW BOOK FOR CHRISTIAN GRANDPARENTS
Written from the heart of a grandfather, Christian Grandparenting combines biblical wisdom, personal stories, and practical encouragement to help grandparents leave a lasting legacy of faith. Dr. Lawson Murray offers practical guidance and encouragement for grandparents who want to help their grandchildren know and follow Jesus.
This inspiring book explores:
Find practical, biblical encouragement from Dr. Lawson Murray on topics like sharing your faith, praying for your grandchildren and passing faith to the next generation.
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Sunday, September 13 is Grandparenting Sunday in Canada.
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Grandparents are one of the most overlooked disciple-making resources in many churches.
When churches encourage grandparents to embrace their spiritual influence, entire families benefit.
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Dr. Lawson Murray loves Jesus and is passionate about helping families pass faith to the next generation. A father, grandfather of twelve, and President of Scripture Union Canada, he has spent decades serving as a pastor, church planter, evangelist, ministry leader, and author. While he has held many roles, his greatest passion is nurturing faith within his own family.
Lawson is the author of Christian Grandparenting, Integrated Ministry: Reclaiming Generational Disciple-Making, Bible Engagement Basics, the bestselling Bible Beginners, the Gospel Epics series, and several devotional books focused on faith formation and discipleship.
Lawson is available to speak at seniors’ Bible studies, church events, conferences, retreats, and family ministry gatherings, as well as preach on Sunday mornings. His teaching combines biblical depth, practical application, and a passion for helping people pass faith to the next generation.
