BREATHE AND BELIEVE

Say:, “Let’s take a calm moment together. We’re going to breathe in God’s peace, and breathe out our worries.”

Lead your child in slow breathing:

• Inhale through the nose for 4 seconds
• Hold for 2 seconds
• Exhale slowly through the mouth for 6 seconds

Do this 3–4 times together.

Now pair each breath with a short verse or prayer. Speak slowly and clearly as they breathe.

Examples:

• Inhale: “God is with me…”
• Exhale: “…I am not afraid.” (Inspired by Joshua 1:9)
• Inhale: “The Lord is my shepherd…”
• Exhale: “…I have all I need.” (Psalm 23:1)
• Inhale: “Jesus, give me peace…”
• Exhale: “…Help my heart rest.”

Let your child pick a favorite or repeat the same one several times.

Say: “That was really good breathing! Do you feel a little more peaceful now? Even when things feel fast or noisy, God can help us feel calm inside.”

Ask:

• “Which verse did you like the most?”
• “When might you want to use these breaths again?”

Praise & Prayer

Say: “Thank You, God, for always being with us.

You calm our hearts when we’re nervous or overwhelmed. Help us to remember Your promises and breathe in Your peace.”