A Method Of Presenting The Bible To Children

The following article describes a method for teaching children the importance of Scripture and for developing their own natural spiritual sensitivity and openness. Whether followed exactly as described or adapted to local needs, this approach makes adults aware of the spiritual hunger and spiritual perception found in each child. During the past year, our three-year-old became increasingly aware of crucifixes. Before a traditional representation, he often stopped, looked intently for a moment, and then reflected,"Jesus is dead. " At first, I refrained from speaking, but soon realized his statement was a request; he was asking for meaning. Perhaps he is ready for the Good News, I thought. The next time he said it, I answered,"Yes, Jesus did die on the cross, but he rose from the dead. He is alive and with us still. " This same dialogue was repeated on many occasions. I began to wonder whether it was making any impression. Would he believe what I said or what he seemed to be seeing? L…