A weekly guide to help parents raise their children with a thriving faith, from Focus on the Family Copyright https://www.crosswalk.com 2026, Crosswalk.com Thu, 08 Jan 2026 03:31:41 -0500 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-january-5-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-january-5-2025.html Faith that holds firm brings peace that holds fast. Here’s a hands-on way to show your family what it means to trust God in both calm and storm. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-29-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-29-2025.html Focus on the Family's Hands-On Faith for Families encourages families to cultivate a positive mindset by thinking good thoughts, as inspired by Philippians 4:8. By engaging in imaginative play and prayer, families can develop a stronger connection with God and make choices that align with His will. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-22-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-22-2025.html Living in unity with family members is a key aspect of God's design, and this week's Hands-On Faith for Families activity encourages families to explore the joy of harmony through music and prayer. By learning how to sing together and pray for unity, families can experience the blessings of living in peace with each other and demonstrate God's love to those around them. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-15-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-15-2025.html As families gaze up at the night sky, they can discover a universe of wonder and awe that points to God's greatness. Through hands-on activities, Bible study, and prayer, Hands-On Faith for Families invites families to explore the stars and understand God's power and tenderness in creation. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-8-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-8-2025.html Focus on the Family's Hands-On Faith for Families explores what it means to drink in God's goodness, a concept rooted in Jesus' statement that only God is good. By accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior and pursuing a relationship with Him, families can experience His goodness forming in their lives through prayer, learning from God's Word, and growing in their faith. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-1-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-december-1-2025.html Focus on the Family's Hands-On Faith for Families explores God's requirements for living a life of justice, mercy, and humility through interactive activities, scripture reflection, and prayer. By engaging with this week's theme, families can discover practical ways to apply biblical principles to everyday life and cultivate a deeper relationship with God. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-24-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-24-2025.html This article from Focus on the Family explores how the "fruit of the Spirit" can be seen in everyday life, using a fun and interactive approach to help families understand the importance of living out Christian values such as love, kindness, and self-control. By engaging with activities like the "I'm Thinking of a Fruit Tree" game, families can discover ways to demonstrate these virtues to others and grow closer to God. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-17-2025.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-17-2025.html Focusing on spiritual discipline, Hands-On Faith for Families explores the importance of fasting as a means to strengthen faith and deepen connection with God. By examining biblical examples and practical applications, families can learn how to incorporate fasting into their lives, leading to greater confidence in God's power and provision. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-10.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november-10.html Focus on the Family's Hands-On Faith for Families program invites families to explore the theme of wise decision-making, guided by biblical principles and interactive activities such as a trivia game that distinguishes between knowledge and wisdom. By praying and seeking God's guidance, families can develop the wisdom needed to make informed choices in their daily lives. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00 https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november.html https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/hands-on-faith-for-families/hands-on-faith-for-families-week-of-november.html Focus on the Family's Hands-On Faith for Families program encourages families to explore God's faithfulness through interactive activities, including a photo album reflection and a discussion about consistency in loving others. By examining how they can demonstrate God's reliability to those around them, families can deepen their understanding of this essential biblical principle. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 2026-01-08T03:31:41-05:00