TEACHING YOUR CHILDREN TO MAKE FRIENDS FOR JESUS

Making friends for Jesus is a practical exercise. It is the act of sharing the good news of salvation with other people with the intent to get them saved. The Lord commanded His friend to get busy with this task while expecting His return (Mark 16:15). This assignment is not limited to Adults. Children who are true friends of Jesus can be part of the team; they can help make more friends for Jesus.

To get them involved:

Take them along with you when you are out to preach the gospel.

Encourage them to pray for their siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends that are yet to be friends with Jesus. (I Timothy 2:1)

Teach and encourage them to study the Scripture. (2 Timothy 2:15)

Give them opportunity to also preach to children of their age group while on the field.

Encourage them to persevere even when it appears there is no result yet.

Teach them to be bold and gentle.

Teach them Christian love and hospitality.

Make them understand that there are present and eternal rewards for those who make friends with Jesus.