When my kids were young, I mentioned a gift I had purchased for my wife, Pat’s, birthday, to my son Andrew. Before I knew it, Andrew had told my wife about the gift. I laugh when I think of these scenarios; kids, in their innocence, just tell everything. And while it can be frustrating when they reveal a gift idea, this quality makes them great evangelists. After all, evangelists are people who tell the Good News. The Good News of God the Father and of our Lord Jesus Christ.

As a parent, you can cultivate this love of sharing by teaching your kids about evangelism. By showing them how they can share their faith effectively, you will encourage their spirit and bring glory to God. Before a child shares the Good News with his or her friend, you must be sure they understand it themselves. Praying with them, talking about Jesus, and making sure they’re involved in a youth group are some ways to help them understand the Good News. The Bible says in Matthew 19:14, “Let the little children come to me (said Jesus) and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of Heaven.” This week, encourage your kids in Christ.

This is Luis Palau.