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You already know the world is becoming an increasingly secular place that will undoubtedly challenge your child’s faith in Jesus. But do you know specifically what those faith challenges are, how to effectively talk with your child about them, and what that means for you as a Christian parent on a day-to-day basis?

If your answer is “no,” you’re not alone. Many Christian parents feel the same.

But here’s the good news: Talking with Your Kids about Jesus will give you the confidence you need to have the conversations that matter most in today’s skeptical world. In a friendly, parent-to-parent voice, Natasha Crain will walk you through essential topics on Jesus’s identity, teachings, death, and resurrection. Each chapter clearly explains what skeptics are saying and provides a concise, easy-to-understand response you can discuss with your child (one that can be tailored for any age).

Chapters are sequenced in a curriculum-oriented way to provide a cumulative learning experience, making this book a flexible resource for use in multiple settings: homes, church classes, youth groups, small groups, private Christian schools, and homeschools. Every chapter has a step-by-step conversation guide with discussion questions and tips, and content is readily adaptable for use with kids of any age.

Editorial Reviews

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You already know the world will challenge your child’s faith in Jesus. But do you know specifically what those faith challenges are, how to effectively talk with your child about them, and what that means for you as a Christian parent on a day-to-day basis? If your answer is no, you’re not alone. Many Christian parents feel the same.

But here’s the good news: Talking with Your Kids about Jesus will give you the confidence you need to have the conversations that matter most in today’s skeptical world. In a friendly, parent-to-parent voice, Natasha Crain will walk you through essential topics on Jesus’s identity, teachings, death, and resurrection. Each chapter clearly explains what skeptics are saying and provides a concise, easy-to-understand response you can discuss with your child–one that can be tailored for any age.

“Natasha has an uncanny combination of a warm and winsome writing style, keen insights born out of personal experience, and a wealth of knowledge about evidence for the faith. Natasha is a trusted source for parents who want to provide their children with a vibrant and well-informed belief in Jesus.”–Lee Strobel, bestselling author of The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith

“Natasha Crain reminds us how important it is to integrate conversations about faith into our everyday lives with our sons and daughters. This compelling resource will equip you to point your child to the truth of Jesus’s life, death, and eternal reign.”–John Fuller, vice president of Focus on the Family and cohost of the Focus on the Family radio broadcast

“Talking with Your Kids about Jesus is soaked in Scripture and awash with powerful evidence, fantastic examples, and thought-provoking discussion questions. It’s so sneaky the way Natasha gets me thinking more deeply about my own faith as I learn how to help my kids deepen theirs.”–Jeff Myers, PhD, president of Summit Ministries and author of Unquestioned Answers: Rethinking Ten Christian Clichés to Rediscover Biblical Truths

“Wow! Natasha Crain has compiled a power-packed guide that every parent should read! Mom and Dad, this one is a priority! In a world where there is so much confusion about Christ, you will gain clarity and confidence and your kids will gain courage from this clearly written and biblically solid manual. Talking with Your Kids about Jesus is a wealth of vital information written in an easy-to-understand way. Some great conversations await you and your family!”

Pam Farrel, author of nearly fifty books, including the bestselling Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti and The 10 Best Decisions Every Parent Can Make

Natasha Crain is a national speaker, author, and blogger who is passionate about equipping Christian parents to raise their kids with an understanding of how to make a case for and defend their faith in an increasingly secular world. The author of Talking with Your Kids about God and Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side,Natasha lives in Southern California with her husband and three children.

About the Author

Natasha Crain is a national speaker, author, and blogger who is passionate about equipping Christian parents to raise their kids with an understanding of how to make a case for and defend their faith in an increasingly secular world. In addition to Talking with Your Kids about Jesus, she has authored two other apologetics books for parents: Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side and Talking with Your Kids about God. Natasha’s articles have been featured in the Focus on the Family magazine and the Christian Research Journal, and she’s been interviewed on radio shows across the country. She has an MBA from UCLA and a certificate in Christian apologetics from Biola University. A former marketing executive and adjunct professor, Natasha lives in Southern California with her husband and three children. She writes at www.natashacrain.com.