Leading a Child to Christ - Books, Booklets, Training Kit, and Online Articles
Books
How to Lead a Child to Christ
By Daniel H. Smith
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Child-Christ-Daniel-Smith/dp/0802446221
https://www.amazon.com
This is a guide that will help you discover effective ways to gently point children toward Christ and the salvation He offers. Learn first the doctrinal bases for witnessing to children, then the psychological needs and wants of a child. A third section on methods and techniques lists dos and don’ts of child evangelism. There are also real-life examples to illustrate the principles involved in leading children to Christ. Apply the principles discussed here in one of the most important privileges of an adult: leading a child to the Savior.
How to Lead a Child to Christ
By Daniel H. Smith
Christianbook.com
https://www.christianbook.com/how-to-lead-a-child-christ/daniel-smith/9780802446220/pd/2446221
https://www.christianbook.com
This is a guide that will help you discover effective ways to gently point children toward Christ and the salvation He offers. Learn first the doctrinal bases for witnessing to children, then the psychological needs and wants of a child. A third section on methods and techniques lists dos and don’ts of child evangelism. There are also real-life examples to illustrate the principles involved in leading children to Christ. Apply the principles discussed here in one of the most important privileges of an adult: leading a child to the Savior.
How to Lead a Child to Christ
By Daniel H. Smith
Regular Baptist Press
http://www.rbpstore.org/Products/8469/how-to-lead-a-child-to-christ-nasb.aspx
http://www.rbpstore.org
This is a guide that will help you discover effective ways to gently point children toward Christ and the salvation He offers. Learn first the doctrinal bases for witnessing to children, then the psychological needs and wants of a child. A third section on methods and techniques lists dos and don’ts of child evangelism. There are also real-life examples to illustrate the principles involved in leading children to Christ. Apply the principles discussed here in one of the most important privileges of an adult: leading a child to the Savior.
How to Lead Your Child to Christ
By Robert Wolgemuth, Bobbie Wolgemuth
https://www.amazon.com/Lead-Child-Christ-Focus-Family/dp/1414304455
https://www.amazon.com
This book is written for parents. It highlights the character of God, the reality of sin, the sacrifice of Christ on the cross, the empty tomb, and the gift of salvation. It includes a CD with hymns for children to seal the concepts taught in this book in their hearts. The text will help parents teach their children and guide them in prayer to receive Jesus and follow him as their personal Lord and Savior.
I Believe in Jesus: Leading Your Child to Christ (eBook)
John F. MacArthur
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Believe-Jesus-Leading-Child-Christ-ebook/dp/B003S9W6SE
https://www.amazon.com
This book is a wonderful tool to assist parents in leading their children to accept Christ. It tells the story of God’s plan of salvation from creation through the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. It helps children see God’s plan for their lives. This book includes a salvation prayer and a page for the child and the parent to sign regarding their decision.
I Believe in Jesus: Leading Your Child to Christ (eBook)
John F. MacArthur
Christianbook.com
https://www.christianbook.com/believe-jesus-leading-child-christ-ebook/john-macarthur/9781418558505/pd/17115EB
https://www.christianbook.com
This book is a wonderful tool to assist parents in leading their children to accept Christ. It tells the story of God’s plan of salvation from creation through the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. It helps children see God’s plan for their lives. This book includes a salvation prayer and a page for the child and the parent to sign regarding their decision.
Leading Your Child to Jesus: How Parents Can Talk with Their Kids about Faith
https://www.amazon.com/Leading-Your-Child-Jesus-Parents/dp/0310265371
https://www.amazon.com
Leading Your Child to Jesus equips you with the simple yet effective communication tools that will help you discuss salvation with your child. Learn how to share your own salvation story, explain the gospel in kid-friendly language, and lead your child in a prayer of salvation. Based on examples from the book of Acts, this book provides you with key biblical concepts on effective communication and includes exercises to help you put those concepts into action.
Booklet
Step by Step: How to Lead a Child to Christ (PDF)
By Sam Doherty
http://www.cef-singapore.com/Sam/print/Booklet_4.pdf
http://www.cef-singapore.com
This booklet contains 10 simple steps that you can follow when you are counseling children and leading them to Jesus Christ.
Training Kit
Leading a Child to Christ Training Pack
Christianbook.com
https://www.christianbook.com/leading-child-christ-training-pack-with/pd/115103?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=church-supplies-20-40%7C115103&p=1179710&dv=c&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx6mTrMD72wIVQhxpCh1-4w07EAYYBiABEgKlgPD_BwE
https://www.christianbook.com
Leading a Child to Christ Training Pack can provide you with the tools to guide parents, leaders, and older children in how to share their faith. Each training pack includes a DVD and samples of the companion resources: Leading a Friend to Christ booklet, Leading a Child to Christ booklet, and ABCs of Becoming a Christian tract in both HCSB and KJV.
Leading a Child to Christ Training Pack
LifeWay
https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/leading-a-child-to-christ-training-pack-with-dvd-P005125104
https://www.lifeway.com
Leading a Child to Christ Training Pack can provide you with the tools to guide parents, leaders, and older children in how to share their faith. Each training pack includes a DVD and samples of the companion resources: Leading a Friend to Christ booklet, Leading a Child to Christ booklet, and ABCs of Becoming a Christian tract.
Online Articles
5 Fun Ways to Share the Gospel with Kids
By Alvin Gan
https://disciplr.com/5-fun-ways-share-gospel-kids
https://disciplr.com
“Sharing the Gospel with kids can be fun! Try these five simple ideas to engage kids with the message of Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
6 Observations about Leading Children to Jesus
https://factsandtrends.net/2016/08/22/6-observations-about-leading-children-to-jesus/
https://factsandtrends.net
“There is no greater honor as a pastor than to lead someone to trust in Jesus. When it comes to the children in our churches, this honor is a great responsibility. Here are 6 observations about talking with children regarding faith in Jesus Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
10 Tips for Leading Kids to Christ
By Jason K. Allen
https://ftc.co/resource-library/blog-entries/10-tips-for-leading-kids-to-christ
https://ftc.co
“My greatest stewardship in life is not training a generation of students at Midwestern Seminary. It is training my five young children in the fear and admonition of the Lord. I feel the weight—and glory—of this stewardship daily and find immeasurable fulfillment and joy as I see my children taking steps toward Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Be Ready to Lead a Child to Christ at VBS
https://answersingenesis.org/blogs/answers-vbs/2016/04/18/be-ready-to-lead-a-child-to-christ-at-vbs/
https://answersingenesis.org
“We host VBS so that kids will have the opportunity to receive Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Yes, we also want kids to have fun. We want them to meet new friends, make crafts, and sing songs. But those reasons should not be the focus of your VBS week.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
How to Explain the Gospel to Children
By John MacArthur
https://www.christianity.com/bible/gospel/how-can-i-explain-the-gospel-to-children-11529399.html
https://www.christianity.com
“The most important thing you can do for a child is to teach him or her the good news about how to be right with God, how to be forgiven of sin through the person and work of Christ. Over the years, many have asked me, “How can I explain the gospel to children in terms they understand without toning down the hard demands of Christ? Must a child understand Jesus’ Lordship to be saved?”” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
How to Lead a Child to Christ
The Westbrook Family
http://jimmywestbrook.tripod.com/website2/id35.html
http://jimmywestbrook.tripod.com
This material is designed to train VBS workers on how to lead a child to Christ. Leading a child to Christ is the single most important aspect of any children's ministry
How to Lead a Child to Christ (PDF)
Kid’s Quest
https://www.mcleanbible.org/sites/default/files/HowtoLeadaChildtoChrist.pdf
https://www.mcleanbible.org
“We believe it is a great honor to talk with any child about their relationship with Jesus Christ. We also believe that a child’s parents are the primary and most influential spiritual leaders in his life, so we want to involve them in the process. If a child in your Small Group expresses the desire to accept Christ, please follow these steps.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
How to Lead a Child to Christ
WMU
http://www.wmu.com/?q=article/children/how-lead-child-christ
http://www.wmu.com
“Leading a child to Christ is one of the most exciting things you will ever do. It can also be intimidating. Remember that, while God has called you to share this message, it’s the work of the Holy Spirit that leads a child to give his or her life to Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
How to Lead a Child to Christ Using a Wordless Book (PDF)
http://www.cef-singapore.com/Notes/Wordless%20Book/Wordless%20Book%20Training.pdf
http://www.cef-singapore.com
This resource tool is for parents or teachers who would like to use the Wordless Book as an instrument in introducing the concept of salvation to children.
How to Share the Gospel with Your Child
By Ann Vande Zande
https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/spiritual-growth-for-kids/how-to-share-the-gospel-with-your-child
https://www.focusonthefamily.com
“Whatever our children’s ages, we as Christian parents have an awesome responsibility to help them understand and respond to the Gospel. Coming to grips with the Gospel and their need for a Savior is key to our children’s faith journey.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
How to Share the Gospel with Your Kids
By Kelly Mikhailiuk
https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/how-to-share-jesus-with-your-children
https://www.lifeway.com
“What our children (and ourselves) need most is to know and believe the truth about who we are in Christ. Below you will find a few tips on how to share the gospel with your child along with a few follow-up questions. Whether this is your first talk or your hundredth, it is our prayer that God will guide your words and actions every step of the way.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Introducing Your Child to God
By Larry Fowler
https://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/spiritual-growth-for-kids/salvation-leading-your-child-to-Jesus/introducing-your-child-to-god
https://www.focusonthefamily.com
“No maps. No GPS. Few street signs. Those are three important reasons why I don’t drive in developing countries. I’d get lost. Raising our kids to follow Christ is a lot like trying to navigate in an under-developed country — there is no parenting map, no spiritual GPS. We head in the direction that seems best, trying to find our way by trial and error.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Leading a Child to Christ: Questions, Tips and Pointers to Do It Right
By Dr. Andy Johnson
https://churchleaders.com/children/childrens-ministry-how-tos/250230-leading-child-christ-questions-tips-pointers-right.html
https://churchleaders.com
“It is a truly exciting thing to be involved in your child’s spiritual journey. The fact that you are reading this is proof that you are genuinely invested in your child’s spiritual future. Ensuring your child is well cared for in terms of physical and emotional provision is certainly important. However, the greatest contribution you can make to your child’s well being is instilling a fervent love for Jesus Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Leading a Child to Christ
Dawson Family of Faith
http://www.dawsonchurch.org/leading-a-child-to-christ/
http://www.dawsonchurch.org
“The greatest joy of being a parent, a grandparent, or a church volunteer is to be ready when opportunities arise to share our faith with a child. Children are filled with questions. Sometimes their questions are just that. However, when a child begins to understand that God wants them to become a part of His eternal family, we should use the opportunity to share what the Bible says.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Leading a Child to Christ
By Art Murphy
http://www.sbclife.net/article/342/leading-a-child-to-christ
http://www.sbclife.net
“Many pastors, church staff, children's leaders, and parents struggle when leading children to Christ. Since most families have only two children, parents are not typically experienced in this area. Pastors usually face the challenge of handling children and parents at this special time. Two of the difficulties they face are knowing how to talk to a child about God and knowing when a child is ready to accept Christ.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Leading Your Child to Christ
http://www.broadmoor.org/leading-your-child-to-christ
http://www.broadmoor.org
“The decision to follow Christ is the most important decision a person can make. As parents, one of the greatest opportunities you have is to lead your child into a relationship with Christ. Learning how to help them is one of the most important skills you can develop. This skill includes knowing how and when to talk to your child.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Lead Your Child to Christ
http://www.kidsofintegrity.com/lead-your-child-christ
http://www.kidsofintegrity.com
“Are you wondering how to explain God’s amazing plan for salvation to your child? We’ve included here scripts for two simple presentations to help you cover the main points. There’s one script suitable for younger children, and a more detailed version for older children.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
Lead Your Child to Christ
By Jim and Janet Weidmann with Kurt Bruner
http://www.ocfusa.org/2010/04/lead-your-child-christ-2/
http://www.ocfusa.org
Here are things to consider when leading your child to Christ.
What is the Biblical Way to Lead a Child to Christ
https://www.gotquestions.org/lead-child-Christ.html
https://www.gotquestions.org
“There are three basic elements involved in leading a child to a saving relationship with Christ: prayer, example, and age-appropriate instruction. We lead a child to Christ through the diligent application of all three elements from the time before the child is born.” (Read more about this article, click the link above.)
