How Teaching the Names of Christ Strengthens Your Family’s Faith

As Latter-Day Saint moms, one of our most important roles is teaching our children about Jesus Christ. But between busy schedules, Come, Follow Me lessons, and the daily demands of family life, finding meaningful ways to focus on the Savior can feel overwhelming.

One powerful way to bring Christ into your home is by teaching His many names and roles. Each name of Christ reveals something unique about who He is and how He blesses our lives. Through these names, our children can come to know Him more personally and see His influence in their own experiences.

Why LDS Families Should Focus on the Names of Christ

In the scriptures, names are more than just labels—they’re windows into a person’s mission, character, and purpose. This is especially true for the Savior. The many titles given to Him, such as The Good Shepherd and Prince of Peace, help us understand His divine roles and eternal love for us.

For Latter-Day Saint families, studying Christ’s names:

• Builds Testimonies: By learning about the Savior’s roles, children and parents can see how Christ works in their lives, helping them develop personal testimonies of His love and guidance.
• Strengthens Family Bonds: Discussing Christ’s names during Come, Follow Me lessons, Family Home Evening, or bedtime creates opportunities for heartfelt conversations that bring families closer together.
• Provides Practical Application: Christ’s names teach us not only who He is but also how we can follow His example. For instance, studying Him as the Light of the World can inspire us to be a light in the lives of others.

How LDS Moms Can Use Christ’s Names to Strengthen Faith

Focusing on Christ’s names doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s about using simple, consistent efforts to teach your children about the Savior. Here are some ways to incorporate this into your family’s gospel study routine:

1. Family Home Evening Lessons

Dedicate one Family Home Evening each month to studying a specific name of Christ. Discuss what it means, read a related scripture, and ask your children how they see that name in their own lives.

2. Come, Follow Me Integration

Many of the Savior’s names naturally align with Come, Follow Me topics. For example, when discussing His role in the Atonement, you can reflect on His name as Redeemer.

3. Holiday Traditions

Make Christ’s names part of your Christmas or Easter celebrations. Use them as daily devotionals leading up to the holiday or create Christ-centered activities focused on His roles, like making ornaments with His names.

4. Bedtime Reflections

Spend a few minutes before bed discussing one of Christ’s names. Ask your children how they saw Him as their Advocate or Prince of Peace that day.

Making It Simple with the 12 Names of Christ

For parents who want to dive into this meaningful study but don’t know where to start, the 12 Names of Christ product is the perfect solution. Each visual highlights one of Christ’s names, along with a scripture reference, reflection prompts, and questions to spark discussion.

Here’s how you can use it in your home:

• Daily Devotionals: Focus on one name each day for 12 days, reading the scripture and discussing its meaning together.
• Family Home Evening Lessons: Dedicate one lesson to exploring a specific name of Christ and its role in your family’s life.
• Holiday Traditions: Use the 12 Names of Christ as a Christ-centered activity during Christmas or Easter.

This simple yet powerful tool brings the Savior into your home in a way that is beautiful, engaging, and easy to implement. 

Why Moms Love the 12 Names of Christ Tree

1. Perfect for Busy Schedules

No prep required! Whether you use it during Family Home Evening, Christmas traditions, or Come, Follow Me, everything is ready to go.

2. Creates a Visual Reminder

Place the tree in a central location like your kitchen table or piano. It serves as a daily reminder to focus on the Savior.

3. Teaches Timeless Principles

The names are evergreen, making the product useful year after year. It’s a resource your family can return to again and again to deepen their understanding of the Savior.

Strengthen Your Family’s Faith Today

Teaching the names of Christ isn’t just a study of His titles—it’s an invitation to grow closer to Him. As your family learns more about who He is, you’ll find your faith deepening and your home becoming a place where the Spirit can dwell.

Ready to bring this meaningful tradition into your family?
Explore the 12 Names of Christ here and see how it can transform your gospel study.

Let’s make Christ the center of our homes—one name at a time.