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Children and the Gospel

Have you ever thought about how many people one child interacts with throughout the course of his or her life?

Children have their whole lives ahead of them. And everywhere they go, they meet people. So, just think, when a child is equipped to share their faith, the Gospel goes everywhere they go. And, have you noticed that children don’t seem to have the same hang-ups talking about Jesus that we adults often have?

They don’t worry about what someone will think. They just want their friend or their mom or dad or grandparent to know Jesus – and so they tell them about Him. And in case you’re wondering if it’s really possible for children to share the Gospel, I can tell you from experience with Hope For Kids, our children's evangelism discipleship program, that children can share the Gospel and, dare I say, sometimes even better than some adults.

So, don’t forget that once children know Jesus, they can share Jesus.

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ShareLifeAfrica is a Christian radio and podcast program of Evangelism Explosion International Africa Ministry; that is committed to equipping you with the tools and resources needed to confidently and effectively share your faith with others.”

Children Make Great Missionaries

Did you know that children make great missionaries?

And I don’t mean when they’re older. I mean when they’re young. Have you ever noticed how children overflow with excitement as they eagerly share the Good News of Jesus with their family and friends? I hear testimonies from all over the world of adults who come to Christ because of children who’ve learned how to share their faith.

In South Africa, eleven-year-old Ophelia learned how to share her faith and so she’d share with her Mom and Grandmother what she was learning. It wasn’t long before they both received the free-gift of eternal life. And today, all three are active members in the church. Then there’s twelve-year-old Elok. She lives in a Muslim country, but was trained in Hope for Kids and is now sharing the Gospel because, she says, everyone needs the Gospel!

And she’s right. The Gospel is for all ages. Let's join these children in sharing hope with those around us! ________________________

ShareLifeAfrica is a Christian radio and podcast program of Evangelism Explosion International Africa Ministry; that is committed to equipping you with the tools and resources needed to confidently and effectively share your faith with others.”

Do’s and Don’t’s

Have you ever said something and immediately thought, "why on earth did I say it that way?!" There are plenty of times when we feel like slinking away for saying the wrong thing, but there is good news!

The Word of the Lord does not return void! Now, this doesn’t mean you walk up to everyone you want to reach with the Gospel and hit them over the head with a Bible and saying the wrong thing. Concentrate on the portion of the verse that bears on the discussion at the moment, without assuming the person you’re talking to knows much about the Bible. Stress the positive benefits of the Gospel like the unspeakable joy you have because Heaven is a free gift! Trust that the Holy Spirit will do His work; you just need to be obedient.

Above all, be kind and prayerful when sharing the Gospel so everyone you talk to can see the goodness of God through you.

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ShareLifeAfrica is a Christian radio and podcast program of Evangelism Explosion International Africa Ministry; that is committed to equipping you with the tools and resources needed to confidently and effectively share your faith with others.”

Now That You Know

Now that you know Jesus, you have a purpose! You may have felt like you were floating through life before you came to know the Lord; but now, you can walk with purpose.

The purpose you have, to share the love of God with others, is the perfect solution to a problem so many people face. Folks all over the world are searching for the reason why they’re here. It’s not enough to exist; and as a believer, you know that we were created for more than this life has to offer! Next time you hear someone say they don’t know their purpose, or they don’t feel like they’re doing what they’re supposed to do, share with them how they CAN know.

Only Jesus Christ can bring true purpose, no matter your current walk in life. Share that hope with someone today and pray the Lord will open their eyes to His plan for eternity.

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ShareLifeAfrica is a Christian radio and podcast program of Evangelism Explosion International Africa Ministry; that is committed to equipping you with the tools and resources needed to confidently and effectively share your faith with others.”

Just Ask

Just Ask. It couldn't hurt. It can certainly be easy to stereotype someone or to assume they already know Jesus or have had the Gospel presented to them. I remember a few years ago when a church started equipping their members to share the Gospel, and a ninety year old man from the church came to faith in Jesus.

Age doesn't matter to the Lord, so don't keep silent about the Gospel just because you think they've already made a decision. A man named Sam set out to witness one evening and found out the young man he was talking to was a local pastor's son, but he didn't let that stop him from asking if he knew that Heaven would be his home. He wasn't sure, and ended up making a profession of faith right there with Sam!

Your family situation and religious background don't determine where you'll spend eternity. It's all about your personal faith in Jesus!

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ShareLifeAfrica is a Christian radio and podcast program of Evangelism Explosion International Africa Ministry; that is committed to equipping you with the tools and resources needed to confidently and effectively share your faith with others.”