Gospel at Home Issue 13

Cultivate deep, gospel-centered relationships this back-to-school season, rooted in the truth that Jesus is the Friend who will never leave or forsake us. Gospel at Home Issue 13 centers on the theme of friendship—a perfect fit for the time of year when families are settling into new routines. As schedules fill with the classroom, the sports field, and extracurricular activities, it is common for kids to face new relational challenges as they form budding friendships. This issue offers a refreshing pause, redirecting your focus not only to navigating these human relationships but, more importantly, to the truth that Jesus is our greatest Friend. Inside, you will find practical guidance for fostering community and marriage, along with tools to help your children understand the miracle of their restored relationship with God. We hope to help you teach your kids what it looks like to develop a deep, abiding friendship with the Lord—the One who calls us friends.  Whether you’re seeking to fan the flames of friendship in your marriage or helping your teens navigate social wisdom, this issue offers coffee-shop-style encouragement to help your family grow in grace and truth together. Gospel at Home Issue 13 will equip you to: Understand the miracle of our restored relationship with God. Help your children develop a deep, abiding friendship with Jesus. Navigate social complexities and relational challenges through a gospel lens. Fan the flames of friendship and connection within your marriage. Included in this issue: Letter from the Editor Motherhood Encouragement: Moms Need Moms Fatherhood Encouragement: Dads, Monitor Your Screen Time Family Feature: Hearts Captured by God: The Thompsons’ Homeschooling Journey Marriage and Relationships: Fanning the Flames of Friendship Family on Mission: How Families Can Support Missionaries on the Field Practical Family Discipleship Tips: Discipling Your Kids Like Drops on Stone Parenting Pain Points: How to Help Our Teens Choose Friends Wisely Family Discipleship Q + A: How Do I Encourage My Kids to Show Hospitality? Cultural Issues: Pursuing Meaningful Friendships in the Digital Age Conversation Starters: 5 Questions to Help Your Children Be a Good Friend Bible Story Read-Aloud: Kids Teach Grown-Ups About Friendship with Jesus Interactive Activity: Friendship Qualities: A Word Search; Theology Cards for Little Hearts Gospel-centered Family Activity: A Lesson in Chalk: Jesus Was Just Like Me! Holiday Highlight: Celebrating Christ the King Sunday with Your Family Family Devotional Highlight: The Bible Is All About Jesus Family Bible Reading Plan: Guidance for Friendship in Scripture Themes: Promise, Hope, Covenant, Discipleship, Family Details: Issue #13 Measurements: 8.5” x 11” x 0.2” Weight: 0.65 lbs. Pages: 75 ISBN: 817461026940 Publication Date: August 15, 2026