9. Rehearse on mission questions. Oftentimes kids don’t know how to start a spiritual conversation. Present and discuss these questions. “Who do you think Jesus Christ is?” “Is there a heaven?” “How do you go to heaven?” “May I tell you about my church?” “May I tell you what I learned at church?” OM
10. Lead a kids’ Bible study. All you need is a willing heart and helpful resources. Always let your kids help you choose skits, crafts and Bible lessons.
God knows our children’s extraordinary potential to extend His kingdom. With minimal adult assistance, He is ready to work His purposes through them. OM
Pamela Enderby is a writer in Shawnee, Kansas.
ACTION ITEM:
Visit
onmission.com and watch “A Child Shall Lead Them,” a video about DeShaun, a 15-year-old boy who led his family to Christ.
MORE RESOURCES FOR YOUR KIDS
Leading a Child/Friend to Christ Training Pack (
Life-Way.com) This resource will guide parents in how to share their faith in a way that children can understand. It also includes a teaching plan for training older children to share the good news with friends and family.
I’m a Christian Now! (
LifeWay.com) is designed to be given to kids when they accept Jesus Christ as Savior. This updated version helps kids understand the decision they have made and what it means to live a Christian life. Each week focuses on a new topic that includes daily information and application activities. Versions for older and younger kids available.
Missions Moments 2 (
WMU.org) Ideal for parents of elementary school-age children, Missions Moments 2 will bring your family together around God’s call to be the light of the world. This book is a convenient tool to guide Christian parents as they help their children develop a proper biblical worldview. Includes 52 weeks of 5-minute missions messages each paired with a 15-minute application activity for children.
What’s in the Bible? is a new DVD series from VeggieTales creator Phil Vischer designed to walk kids and families through the entire Bible. Visit
whatsinthebible.com for resources to help you connect the lessons learned in What’s in the Bible? to time with your family.
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