How to Share the Gospel with Kids When You Don’t Know What to Say
- Next Generation IMPACT
- Dec 16, 2025
- 5 min read
When kids start asking big questions about God, heaven, or why Jesus died, even the most faithful parent can feel stuck. You might love Jesus and know the Bible, but when it comes to explaining it to a child, the words do not always come out right. You are not alone. Many parents feel the same way. The good news is the Gospel really is simple, and God’s Word gives us everything we need.
These Bible verses share the Gospel with kids and will help you explain the message of Jesus in a way they can understand.
God Made the World Perfect
God created the world and made you on purpose. He made everything perfect, and people were designed to have a close relationship with Him. This gives you a foundation. You are not an accident. You were created by God and for God.
“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth… So God created human beings in His own image… Then God looked over all He had made, and He saw that it was very good!” Genesis 1:1, 27, 31
Sin Separated Us from God
Sin is anything you think, say, or do that goes against God. The Bible says that everyone has sinned by choosing their own way instead of God’s way. Sin separates you from God now and forever. On your own, you cannot fix that separation. Because of sin, the world is no longer perfect. You see its effects all around you: confusion about right and wrong, sickness, sadness, and even death.
“All of us, like sheep, have strayed away. We have left God’s paths to follow our own. Yet the Lord laid on Him the sins of us all.” Isaiah 53:6
Jesus Is the Only Way
The story does not end with your sin. Even though things are broken, God has a plan. He sent His Son, Jesus, to take the punishment you deserved. Jesus chose to die on the cross for your sin. But God’s power made Him come alive again, and now He has power over sin and death. Because of Jesus, the separation in no longer there. When you believe in Him, you can have a relationship with God that starts now and lasts forever.
“Jesus told him, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me.’” John 14:6
How God Makes You Right with Him
God does not make it complicated. He gives a simple promise. Anyone who believes in Jesus and allows Him to be in charge of their life will be saved. To believe in Jesus means trusting that He is God’s Son, that He died for your sin, and that God made Him alive again. Jesus is the only one who can make you right with God. It is only because of what Jesus did for you that you can have a relationship with God now and forever.
“If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” Romans 10:9
Belonging in God’s Family
When you believe in Jesus, you are welcomed into God’s family. The moment you say yes to Him, God gives you the gift of becoming His child. That relationship begins right away and it will last forever. You are His child now and always.
“But to all who believed him and accepted Him, He gave the right to become children of God.” John 1:12
How to Share These Verses with Kids
Sharing the gospel with children is not about giving a speech. It is about starting a conversation.
Here are some tips:
Keep it simple. Use short sentences and clear words.
Let kids talk.
Ask questions like, “What do you think this verse means?”
Do not rush. Give them time to think and respond.
Encourage their own words. If a child wants to pray, let them talk to God in their own way instead of repeating after you.
Making the Gospel Clear and Easy to Remember
Sometimes it helps to give children a simple way to remember how to respond to the gospel. The ABCs are one helpful tool:
A – Admit you have sinned and need God’s forgiveness
B – Believe that Jesus, God’s perfect Son, died for your sin
C – Choose to follow Jesus and trust Him with your life
This is not a formula. It is a guide to help kids understand what it means to put their faith in Jesus.
God’s Word is Powerful and Clear, Even for Children
In these Bible verses you see the full story: God created you, sin separates you, Jesus took the punishment you deserved, and only He can make you right with God. Because of Him, you can belong to God’s family now and forever.
You do not need to share everything at once. Start with one verse, ask questions, and let God’s Spirit do the work in your child’s heart. The next time you talk about Jesus with a child, open your Bible and share one of these simple, life-changing truths.
Download the free Gospel Toolkit to help you share. It includes:
The One Way to God for Kids
The One Way to God: Gospel Guide One Page
The One Way to God: Printable Leader Guide
And more!
FAQ on Sharing the Gospel with Kids
What if I feel like I messed up when I tried to explain the gospel?
You are not alone. Every parent has moments where they stumble over words. God’s truth is stronger than your mistakes. Keep pointing your child back to Scripture, pray for them, and remember that the Holy Spirit is the one who opens hearts, not perfect explanations.
How do I know if my child is ready to believe in Jesus?
Readiness is not about age but about understanding. If your child knows what sin is, who Jesus is, and why He came, they may be ready. Do not push them. Keep the conversation open, answer their questions, and trust God to show you the right moment.
What if my child thinks being a follower of Jesus just means being good?
Many kids (and adults) think this way at first. Remind them that no one can be good enough for God on their own. The Bible says that Jesus took our place, and only He can make us right with God. Being a follower of Jesus means trusting Him, not just trying harder.
How do I help my child understand that salvation is for now, not just for later?
Children often think about heaven as “someday,” but salvation is also for today. When they believe in Jesus, they belong to God’s family right away. Tell them that God is with them now, helping them, guiding them, and loving them every single day.
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