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Heartbeat

Ed Escobar and Bethany Farrell

Letting Kids Discover Who God Made Them to Be

February 24, 2026   ●   1 min

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Parenting young children can feel overwhelming—especially when their interests change faster than the laundry piles up. One week it’s dinosaurs, the next it’s space, and suddenly you’re wondering if you’re doing something wrong.

In this episode of HEARTBEAT, we’re reminded of a freeing truth: our children’s shifting passions aren’t distractions—they’re discoveries. These moments of curiosity are part of how God is shaping them to be creative, courageous, and open to the world He’s made.

Rooted in Psalm 127, this devotional reflection encourages parents to release the pressure of perfection and rest in the reality that children are a gift from the Lord, not a project to complete. Even in the noisy, unpredictable days, God is present and at work.

If you’re feeling behind, tired, or unsure, this episode offers reassurance and grace—reminding you that faithfully loving the child in front of you matters more than getting everything “right.”

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