Bible verses for children
An invitation for a frightened household.
Acts 16:31
They said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.”
Acts 16:31 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Paul and Silas invite the jailer to believe in Jesus. The invitation extends to his household, who then hear the message too. Faith is not automatically transferred from one person to everyone nearby.
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Why does hearing and understanding matter for each person?
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Bible context & readings +
Acts 16:25–34 describes an earthquake, the jailer’s fear, teaching, care and baptism. Verse 32 says the word is spoken to everyone in the house, so read beyond the single invitation.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
Jesus, help families hear and respond thoughtfully. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.