The most important thing we do is share the Gospel with kids and families. Jesus often used object lessons to help people understand the good news of salvation. Here are five object lessons you can use to teach kids about salvation. The Birthday Gift. have a small wrapped gift for an illustration Romans 6:23 - everyone has sinned Romans 6:23 - the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus If something is a gift, you cannot earn it. When you get a birthday gift, what do you ha