#3 Become Like Jesus - Jonathan Stutts

In this child dedication podcast, Pastor Jonathan unpacks the process from 2 Corinthians of being transformed into Christ's image, emphasizing it's not restricted by age but requires our cooperation. He spotlights how Joseph and Mary set an obedient example for Jesus, who grew in wisdom and favor with God and man. Jonathan clarifies it's the parent's responsibility to model Christlikeness and steward moments guiding kids' hearts, while ultimately, it's God's job to sanctify them. Children learn more from imitating than from instruction. So, he urges parents to prioritize personal spiritual growth for kids to witness. When behavior issues arise, the focus shifts to winning the child’s heart, discerning the lies believed rather than demanding compliance. As kids become more like Jesus, the right actions follow. This episode offers a vision for partnering with God’s work in children’s hearts through modeling and gracious conversations, trusting the Spirit’s transforming power.