Find a translation that is easy for your child to read and understand.

Show your child how the Bible can be used as an everyday guide for life by helping him or her search and learn how to use the Bible. This is a great opportunity, especially when your child might be struggling with a particular issue or looking for wisdom on a particular topic.

Choose one simple Bible truth or verse and repeat it often such as “God is love.”

You cannot pass to your child something that you don’t have. Schedule a regular time of reading the Bible where your kids can see you.

Don’t just read the story, become the Bible character or use games and crafts to engage all five senses in the learning experience.

It’s okay to not know the answer to a question your child might have. Use the opportunity to show your child how to search in God’s Word for wisdom.

Admit that none of us understand everything. Only God is God and we must learn to trust what He says in the Bible. You can also tell your child you will get back to them within a certain period of time so what you can investigate and/or ask for guidance from someone you trust.

Show how to study God’s Word using a simple Bible study plan. Teach your child to look at any scripture and ask questions about the passage such as “Who wrote this passage?” “What does this verse teach us?” or “How can I apply this truth in my own life?” Find tools There are many great tools like a kid’s Bible, Bible storybooks, Christian scripture songs, Christian videos and games to make understanding the Bible easier and more fun.

Ask God to give your child a love for God’s Word as well as understanding and wisdom as they read and memorize scripture.