Leading Kids 2 Christ

  As Christian parents, teachers, and ministry leaders, one of the greatest gifts we can give children is the love for God’s Word. Teaching kids how to develop a Bible study habit doesn’t just fill their heads with knowledge — it transforms their hearts and leads them closer to Jesus. But let’s be honest: getting children to sit down and study the Bible can sometimes feel like a challenge. The good news? With the right strategies, you can make Bible study fun, engaging, and a natural part of their everyday lives. Here are 5 powerful ways to help children develop a Bible study habit: 1. Start with Short, Fun Sessions Children don’t need long study times to grow. Begin with just 5–10 minutes a day. Use colorful children’s Bibles, story-based devotionals, or even short illustrated passages. The goal is consistency, not length. 💡  Tip: Set aside the same time daily — like right after dinner or before bed — so it becomes part of their routine. 2. Use Stories and Visuals Kids conne...

 Bible Passage: 1 Kings 18:16-39 Memory Verse: “Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” – Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV) The Story Begins A long time ago, the land of Israel had a wicked king named Ahab. He and his wife, Queen Jezebel, worshipped false gods and led the people away from the true God. They encouraged the people to pray to Baal, a fake god who could not see, hear, or help them. But God had a prophet named Elijah who loved Him and wanted to bring the people back to the truth. One day, Elijah boldly challenged King Ahab and the prophets of Baal to a contest on Mount Carmel. The Great Challenge Elijah stood before the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal is God, follow him.” – 1 Kings 18:21 Then Elijah proposed a test: • The 450 prophets of Baal would set up an altar and place a sacrifice on it, but they wouldn’t light the fire. Instead, they would pray t...