How To Lead A Child To Christ

How To Lead A Child To Christ

Pray

Pray for opportunities and teachable moments. Ask God to work in each child’s heart.

Let God work

Do not shove or push a child into making a decision for salvation. God’s gift is a free gift that they must accept on their own.

Show and explain what the Bible says

• All have sinned. We are all sinners because we do naughty things.

“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;” – Romans 3:23

• Jesus never did anything wrong. He must punish sin.

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” – Romans 6:23

• We cannot go to heaven by being good.

“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”  – Ephesians 2:8-9

• Jesus showed his love for us. He died on the cross, was buried, and rose again.

“While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” – Romans 5:8

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” – John 3:16

“Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried and rose again the third day according to the scriptures:” – I Corinthians 15:3,4

Salvation Steps

Explain that for Jesus to wash away their sins they must:

• Tell Jesus they do naughty things and that they are a sinner.
• Believe that Jesus died and rose again to wash away their sin.
• Ask Jesus to wash away their naughty sins.

Accept

If the child is ready and understands, pray with them.

Grow

Have the child tell their parents or guardians about their decision for salvation.

• Encourage the child to listen to Bible stories daily, pray, tell others about Jesus, and attend church regularly.
• Follow up with the adults to be sure that everything is understood and answer any questions they may have.

* The verses listed are from the KJV.