Bible Stories for Kids
234 stories across 24 categories
These Bible stories are written just for you! They tell amazing true stories from God's Word in a way that's easy to understand and fun to read.
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Creation & Fall
The beginning of all things—God creates the world, makes mankind, and sin enters through disobedience.
God Makes Everything
God made the whole world! He made light, the sky, land, oceans, plants, animals, and people. Everything God made was very good.
The Beautiful Garden
God made a beautiful garden called Eden for Adam and Eve to live in. They took care of the animals and plants. It was a perfect, happy place.
Adam and Eve Disobey
A sneaky snake tricked Eve into eating fruit God said not to eat. Adam ate it too. They had to leave the garden, but God still loved them and promised to send a Savior.
Two Brothers
Adam and Eve had two sons, Cain and Abel. Abel gave God his best, but Cain didn't. Cain got angry and did something very wrong. God wants us to give Him our best and control our anger.
Noah's Big Boat
Noah loved God when no one else did. God told Noah to build a huge boat called an ark. Noah, his family, and two of every animal were safe inside when the big flood came. God put a rainbow in the sky as a promise.
The Tall Tower
People tried to build a tower to reach heaven to make themselves famous. God mixed up their words so they couldn't understand each other. They stopped building and moved to different places.
The Patriarchs
God calls Abraham and establishes His covenant through Isaac, Jacob, and the twelve tribes of Israel.
Abraham's Big Move
God told Abraham to move to a new land far away. Abraham trusted God and went, even though he didn't know where he was going. God promised to bless him and make his family very special.
Abraham Shares
Abraham and his nephew Lot had so many animals they needed more space. Abraham let Lot pick first. Lot chose the best-looking land, but Abraham trusted God to take care of him.
The Burning Cities and Lot's Escape
Abraham prays for the bad cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, and angels help Lot's family escape before God destroys them. But Lot's wife looks back and turns into a pillar of salt!
How Isaac Found His Wife
Abraham's servant prays for God's help to find the right wife for Isaac. God answers his prayer by leading him to kind Rebekah at a well!
Baby Isaac
Abraham and Sarah were very, very old—too old to have babies. But God kept His promise! Sarah had a baby boy named Isaac, which means 'laughter' because Sarah laughed with joy.
Abraham Trusts God
God asked Abraham to do something very hard to test his faith. Abraham trusted God completely. At the last moment, God provided a ram instead. God saw that Abraham loved Him most of all.
The Twin Brothers
Isaac and Rebekah had twin boys—hairy Esau and smooth Jacob. One day hungry Esau traded his special firstborn blessing for Jacob's soup. We should value God's gifts more than anything else.
Jacob's Dream
Jacob had an amazing dream! He saw a stairway reaching to heaven with angels going up and down. God spoke to Jacob and promised to be with him wherever he went.
Jacob Gets a New Name
One night Jacob wrestled with a mysterious man until morning. Jacob wouldn't let go until he was blessed. God changed Jacob's name to Israel, which means 'he struggles with God.'
Joseph's Special Coat
Jacob gave Joseph a beautiful colorful coat because he was his favorite son. Joseph had dreams that his family would bow to him someday. His brothers were very jealous.
Joseph Is Sold
Joseph's jealous brothers did something terrible—they sold him to travelers going to Egypt! They told their father Joseph was killed by a wild animal. Poor Joseph was taken far from home.
Joseph's Big Surprise
Joseph couldn't keep his secret anymore. 'I am Joseph!' he cried. His brothers were scared, but Joseph forgave them. 'God sent me here to save our family!' Joseph said. He hugged them and they all cried happy tears.
Joseph Explains Dreams in Prison
Even in prison, God was with Joseph. When two servants of the king had strange dreams, Joseph told them what the dreams meant—and he was right!
Joseph Goes from Prison to Palace
Joseph helps Pharaoh understand his confusing dreams and becomes the second most important person in all of Egypt!
Job & Suffering
The profound story of Job—a righteous man who loses everything and wrestles with the mystery of suffering. Through unimaginable trials, Job learns about God's sovereignty, the limits of human understanding, and the nature of true faith.
Job's Happy Life
Job loved God very much and was a good person. He had a big family, lots of animals, and a wonderful life. He prayed for his children every day.
Job Loses Everything
Satan thought Job only loved God because Job had good things. God let Satan test Job. Job lost his animals and his children in one terrible day, but he still trusted God.
Job Gets Very Sick
Satan made Job's whole body covered in painful sores. Job's wife said to give up on God, but Job said no. His three friends came to sit with him and be sad with him.
Job's Friends Are Not Helpful
Job was so sad he wished he had never been born. His friends thought Job must have done something really bad to deserve all this suffering. But they were wrong!
Young Elihu Has Something to Say
A younger man named Elihu had been listening to everything. He told Job's friends they were wrong to accuse Job. He told Job that God is very great and we can't always understand what He does.
God Talks to Job from a Storm
God spoke to Job from a big storm! God asked Job lots of questions about how the world was made. God wanted Job to understand that God is much wiser and more powerful than anyone can imagine.
God Blesses Job Again
Job told God he was sorry for demanding answers. God told Job's friends they were wrong. Then God gave Job his health back and gave him even MORE than he had before!
Exodus & Wilderness
God delivers His people from slavery in Egypt and leads them through the wilderness toward the Promised Land.
Baby Moses in the River
The mean king wanted to hurt Hebrew baby boys. Moses' mommy hid him in a basket boat on the river. The princess found him and raised him as her own son. God protected baby Moses.
The Bush on Fire
Moses saw a bush on fire that didn't burn up! God spoke from the bush: 'I am sending you to free My people from Egypt.' Moses was scared, but God promised to help him.
Ten Terrible Troubles
God sent ten big troubles to Egypt to show His power: water turned to blood, frogs everywhere, bugs, sick animals, sores, hail, locusts eating crops, and deep darkness. Each time Pharaoh said no!
The First Passover
God told each family to put lamb's blood on their door. That night, God passed over the houses with blood and kept them safe. Finally Pharaoh let the people go! They ate a special meal to remember this forever.
Walking Through the Sea
The people were trapped! The sea was in front and Pharaoh's army behind. Moses raised his staff and God split the sea in two! The people walked through on dry ground. When the army followed, the water came back.
God's Ten Rules
At a mountain covered in smoke and fire, God gave Moses ten important rules written on stone tablets. These rules teach us to love God and love other people.
The Golden Calf
While Moses was on the mountain, the people got tired of waiting. They made a golden statue of a calf to worship instead of God. This made God very sad and angry. We should only worship God.
The Donkey That Talked
A king wanted Balaam to curse Israel, but God sent an angel to stop him. Balaam's donkey could see the angel when Balaam couldn't! Then God made the donkey talk! Instead of cursing Israel, Balaam blessed them.
Joshua Becomes the New Leader
After Moses died, God chose Joshua to be the new leader. God told him, 'Be strong and courageous! I will be with you just like I was with Moses.' Joshua led the people into the Promised Land.
Breakfast from Heaven
When God's people ran out of food in the desert, God sent them special bread from heaven every single morning!
Water Flows from a Rock
God does the impossible! When His people are thirsty and there's no water anywhere, He makes water pour out of a solid rock.
Conquest & Judges
Joshua leads Israel into the Promised Land, and the judges deliver God's people from cycles of sin and oppression.
Rahab Helps the Spies
Two spies went to check out the city of Jericho. A woman named Rahab hid them because she believed in God. She hung a red rope from her window, and her whole family was saved.
The Walls Fall Down
God gave Joshua a strange battle plan: march around the city, blow trumpets, and shout. When they obeyed, the huge walls of Jericho fell down flat!
Gideon and the Wool
Gideon was scared and didn't feel special. But God called him a 'mighty warrior' and chose him to save Israel. God was patient when Gideon asked for signs to be sure.
Gideon's Small Army
God told Gideon his army was too big! He sent most of the soldiers home until only 300 were left. With trumpets, torches, and jars, they won against thousands—because God was fighting for them!
Super Strong Samson
Before Samson was born, God chose him for a special job. His hair was never to be cut, and God gave him super strength! He fought against the Philistines who were hurting God's people.
The Day the Sun Stood Still
During a big battle, Joshua prayed and asked God to make the sun stand still in the sky. God answered, and the sun didn't go down for almost a whole extra day! God can do anything!
Ehud the Brave Left-Handed Hero
Ehud was left-handed, which helped him hide a secret sword where no one would look. He bravely defeated the mean king who was hurting Israel, and saved God's people.
Jephthah's Sad Promise
Jephthah was a brave warrior who made a promise to God without thinking carefully. When he won the battle, he learned a hard lesson about how important our words are.
Ruth Stays with Naomi
Naomi lost her husband and sons. She told her daughters-in-law to go home, but Ruth wouldn't leave her. 'Where you go, I will go. Your God will be my God.' Ruth's love and loyalty are beautiful.
Ruth Finds Kindness
Ruth worked hard gathering leftover grain in a field. The field belonged to a kind man named Boaz. He helped Ruth and Naomi, and eventually he married Ruth! They became part of King David's family.
Samson's Strength
The extraordinary life of Samson—a man called by God from birth, blessed with supernatural strength, yet vulnerable to temptation. His story reveals both the power of God working through human weakness and the consequences of disobedience.
God Promises Baby Samson
An angel told Manoah and his wife that God would give them a very special baby boy named Samson, who would be super strong and help God's people.
Samson and the Lion
Samson wanted to marry a woman from God's enemies, the Philistines. On the way, he killed a lion with his bare hands! But his choices started causing problems.
Super Strong Samson
Samson used God's super strength to defeat the Philistines with foxes, a donkey's jawbone, and more! But he was learning that his strength came from God, not from himself.
Samson Loses His Strength
Samson loved a woman named Delilah, but she tricked him and cut his hair. He lost his super strength because he stopped obeying God.
Samson's Last Victory
Blind Samson was brought to the Philistines' temple to be made fun of. But he prayed to God one more time, and God gave him strength to defeat the bad guys and save God's people.
Ruth & Redemption
The beautiful story of Ruth's loyalty, Boaz's redemption, and God's providence—showing how a Moabite widow became part of the lineage of Christ.
Ruth Stays with Naomi
Naomi's family moved to a different country, but sad things happened and Naomi's husband and sons died. When Naomi went back home, her daughter-in-law Ruth wouldn't leave her.
Ruth Works Hard and Meets Boaz
Ruth worked hard picking up leftover grain in the fields so she and Naomi could eat. A kind man named Boaz owned the field and helped her in special ways.
Ruth Asks Boaz for Help
Naomi had an idea to help Ruth. Ruth went to see Boaz and asked if he would marry her and take care of her and Naomi. Boaz said yes!
Boaz Marries Ruth
Boaz asked another man if he wanted to marry Ruth first. The man said no. So Boaz married Ruth! They had a baby, and everyone was happy. That baby's great-grandson was King David!
Samuel the Prophet
The life of Samuel—from his miraculous birth to his role as Israel's last judge and first prophet, anointing kings and guiding a nation through transition.
Hannah Prays for Baby Samuel
Hannah was very sad because she didn't have any children. She prayed and prayed to God. God gave her a baby boy named Samuel!
Samuel Hears God Calling
Young Samuel was sleeping near God's special box, the ark. He heard someone call his name! It was GOD talking to him!
The Ark is Taken Away
Israel lost a battle, so they brought God's special box, the ark, thinking it would help them win. But they weren't obeying God, and the ark was captured!
The People Want a King
Samuel got old, and his sons weren't good judges. The people said, 'We want a king like other nations!' This made God sad because HE was supposed to be their king.
Samuel Chooses Saul as King
God told Samuel to anoint a tall man named Saul as Israel's first king. Saul was humble at first, but God chose him to lead His people.
King Saul Disobeys God
King Saul didn't fully obey God. He made excuses and only did PART of what God said. God was very sad and said Saul couldn't be king anymore.
Samuel Chooses David
God sent Samuel to choose a new king. Everyone thought it would be Jesse's tall, strong sons. But God chose David, the youngest shepherd boy!
Samuel Dies
The great prophet Samuel died, and everyone in Israel was very sad. He had served God faithfully his whole life and helped lead God's people.
Kings & Kingdom
The rise and reign of Israel's kings—from Samuel and Saul through David and Solomon to the divided kingdom.
Hannah's Special Prayer
Hannah wanted a baby more than anything. She prayed and cried and promised God she would give her child back to Him. God heard her prayer and gave her baby Samuel!
Samuel Hears God
One night, young Samuel heard someone calling his name. He thought it was Eli, but it was God! Samuel learned to answer, 'Speak, Lord, I'm listening!'
David and the Giant
Giant Goliath made fun of God's people every day. No one was brave enough to fight him—except a shepherd boy named David who trusted God. With just a sling and stone, David won!
Best Friends Forever
Jonathan was a prince, and David was a shepherd. But they became the best of friends. Jonathan even protected David when his own father, King Saul, wanted to hurt him.
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
God told young King Solomon he could have ANYTHING he wanted. Solomon didn't ask for money or power—he asked for wisdom to be a good king. God was so pleased, He gave Solomon wisdom AND everything else!
Fire from Heaven
Elijah challenged the prophets of the fake god Baal to a contest. They built altars and prayed all day—but nothing happened for Baal. Then Elijah prayed, and God sent fire from the sky!
God's Quiet Voice
After his big victory, Elijah got scared and ran away. He was tired and sad and wanted to give up. But God came to him—not in a big storm, but in a quiet, gentle whisper.
David Shows Mercy to His Enemy
King Saul was hunting David to kill him. But when David had the perfect chance for revenge, he chose to be kind instead. He trusted God to make things right.
Hezekiah Prays for Help
A huge enemy army surrounded Jerusalem. King Hezekiah took the scary letter to God's temple and prayed. That night, God sent an angel who saved the whole city!
Josiah Finds God's Book
Josiah became king when he was only 8 years old! When workers found the lost Book of the Law in the temple, Josiah read it and changed the whole country to follow God again.
David Makes a Terrible Mistake
Even though David loved God, he made very bad choices that hurt many people. But when a prophet told him the truth, David was truly sorry.
When David's Son Turned Against Him
David's son Absalom wanted to be king so badly that he led an army against his own father. It ended very sadly for everyone.
The Beautiful Temple for God
King Solomon builds the most beautiful building in the world as a special house for God, and God's glory fills it like a shining cloud!
One Kingdom Becomes Two
When Solomon's son became king and was mean to the people, the kingdom of Israel split into two parts that never came back together.
Elijah & Elisha
The dramatic ministries of Israel's greatest prophets—calling down fire, parting waters, raising the dead, and confronting wicked kings.
Birds Bring Elijah Food
God told Elijah to hide by a stream. How would he eat? God sent birds to bring him breakfast and dinner every single day!
The Jar That Never Got Empty
A poor woman had only a tiny bit of flour and oil—her very last food. But when she shared with Elijah, God made sure her jars never got empty!
Fire from Heaven
Elijah challenged the prophets of a fake god to a contest. Their god did nothing. But when Elijah prayed, God sent fire from the sky!
Elijah Rides to Heaven
God took Elijah straight to heaven in a chariot of fire! His helper Elisha saw it happen and received special power to do great things for God too.
The Oil That Kept Pouring
A poor woman only had one tiny jar of oil. But when she trusted God and did what Elisha said, that oil filled up EVERY jar she could find!
The General Who Got Clean
Naaman was an important army leader, but he had a terrible skin disease. When he followed Elisha's simple instructions and dipped in a river seven times, God healed him completely!
The Axe Head That Floated
A man was chopping wood when his axe head flew off and sank in the river! Elisha threw a stick in the water, and the heavy iron floated up!
A Little Boy Comes Back to Life
When a kind woman's son dies, the prophet Elisha prays, and God does an amazing miracle—He brings the boy back to life!
Prophets & Exile
God's messengers proclaim truth to rebellious nations, and faithful servants endure persecution in foreign lands.
Jonah Runs from God
God told Jonah to go to Nineveh, but Jonah said 'No way!' and sailed the opposite direction. A big storm and a HUGE fish showed Jonah he couldn't hide from God!
Nineveh Says Sorry
Jonah finally went to Nineveh and told them God was upset. Guess what? The WHOLE city said sorry to God! But Jonah was grumpy about it. God taught Jonah an important lesson about loving others.
Three Brave Friends
King Nebuchadnezzar built a giant gold statue and told everyone to bow down to it. But three friends—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—said 'No! We only bow to God!' Even when thrown into a fire, God kept them safe!
Daniel and the Lions
Bad men tricked the king into making a law against praying to God. But Daniel kept praying anyway! He was thrown into a den of hungry lions—but God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths!
Isaiah Sees God
Isaiah had an amazing vision! He saw God sitting on a throne with angels flying around singing 'Holy, holy, holy!' Isaiah felt scared because of his sins, but God cleaned him and gave him an important job.
The Valley of Bones
God showed Ezekiel a valley full of dry, dead bones. 'Can these bones live?' God asked. Ezekiel said, 'Only You know!' Then God made the bones come back to life! It was a picture of how God can bring hope to hopeless situations.
Jeremiah Rescued from the Mud
Jeremiah told people God's message, but they didn't like what he said. Angry leaders threw him into a deep muddy pit to die. But a brave man named Ebed-Melech rescued him!
Daniel Chooses God's Food
When Daniel and his friends are taken to the king's palace, they choose to eat vegetables instead of the king's fancy food, and God makes them the healthiest of all!
Jonah & God's Mercy
The reluctant prophet Jonah runs from God's call, learns about divine mercy in the belly of a great fish, and witnesses God's compassion for all nations.
Jonah and the Big Fish
God told Jonah to go to a big city called Nineveh, but Jonah ran away on a boat. God sent a storm, and Jonah ended up inside a huge fish!
Jonah's Prayer Inside the Fish
Jonah was stuck inside the fish! He prayed to God and said he was sorry. God heard his prayer and made the fish spit him out onto the beach.
The City That Said Sorry
Jonah told the people of Nineveh that God was angry at their bad choices. Everyone in the whole city said they were sorry and stopped doing bad things. God forgave them!
Jonah Learns About Love
Jonah was angry that God forgave Nineveh. God used a plant to teach Jonah a lesson: if Jonah cared about a plant, shouldn't God care about people?
Daniel & His Friends
Stories of faithfulness, courage, and God's sovereignty as Daniel and his friends stand firm in exile, trusting God through trials and visions.
Daniel Says No to the King's Food
Daniel and his three friends were taken to a faraway country called Babylon. The king wanted them to eat special food, but they said no because they wanted to obey God. God made them healthy and super smart!
The King's Forgotten Dream
The king had a scary dream but forgot what it was! He wanted his wise men to tell him the dream AND what it meant, or he'd punish them. Only Daniel, with God's help, could do it. God showed Daniel everything!
Three Friends in the Fire
The king made a giant gold statue and said everyone must bow to it. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego said, 'No! We only worship God!' The king threw them into a super hot furnace, but God saved them. They didn't even smell like smoke!
Mysterious Fingers Write a Message
A new king used God's special cups for a wild party and made fun of God. Suddenly, mysterious fingers appeared and wrote on the wall! Only Daniel could read it. The message said the king's kingdom was finished. That same night, it happened!
Daniel and the Hungry Lions
Some jealous men tricked the king into making a bad law: nobody could pray except to the king! But Daniel kept praying to God anyway. The king had to throw him to the lions! But God sent an angel to keep Daniel safe all night long.
Daniel Sees the Future
God gave Daniel special dreams and visions showing what would happen in the future. He saw scary beasts, powerful angels, and God's throne room in heaven! God showed Daniel that His kingdom will last forever.
Esther & Deliverance
The story of Queen Esther's courage and God's providence in delivering His people from destruction in Persia.
The Brave Girl Who Became Queen
Esther was a Jewish girl whose parents died. Her cousin Mordecai took care of her. When the king needed a new queen, God helped Esther become queen of the whole kingdom!
The Bad Man's Mean Plan
A proud man named Haman got angry because Mordecai wouldn't bow down to him. Haman made an evil plan to hurt all of God's people, the Jews. But God was watching.
Esther's Big Choice
When Mordecai heard about Haman's plan, he asked Esther to help save God's people. It was dangerous, but Esther was brave. She said, 'If I die trying to help, then I die.'
The Queen's Dinner Party
Esther invited the king to dinner and bravely told him about Haman's plan. The king was angry at Haman! The trap Haman made for Mordecai caught Haman instead!
God Saves His People
Even though Haman's mean law couldn't be erased, the king made a new law letting the Jewish people protect themselves. God's people were saved! They celebrated with a special holiday called Purim.
Nehemiah Rebuilds
The inspiring story of Nehemiah's leadership in rebuilding Jerusalem's walls—a tale of prayer, courage, perseverance, and spiritual renewal in the face of opposition.
Nehemiah Cries for His City
Nehemiah heard that Jerusalem's walls were broken down. He was so sad that he cried and prayed to God for many days, asking God to help fix his city.
The King Says Yes!
Nehemiah was scared to ask the king for help. But he prayed to God, took a deep breath, and asked. The king said YES and gave him everything he needed!
Building with One Hand, Fighting with the Other
Mean men tried to stop the wall-building by making fun of the workers and threatening them. So the workers held their tools in one hand and swords in the other hand!
Nehemiah Stands Up for What's Right
Some rich people were being mean to poor people and taking their money and land. Nehemiah got angry and made them stop! Then he showed everyone how to be kind by sharing his own food.
The Wall is Done!
Mean men tried everything to stop Nehemiah—tricks, lies, and scary threats. But Nehemiah kept praying and working. In just 52 days, the wall was finished!
The Day Everyone Heard God's Word
Ezra stood on a big platform and read God's Word out loud for hours! Everyone listened carefully. First they cried, then they celebrated with the biggest, happiest party ever!
The People Promise to Follow God
The people spent a whole day remembering all the amazing things God had done for them. They were sorry for disobeying Him. So they made a serious promise to follow God from now on!
Birth of Jesus
The long-awaited Messiah enters the world—announced by angels, born in humble circumstances, worshiped by shepherds and wise men.
An Angel Visits Joseph in a Dream
When Joseph finds out Mary is going to have a baby, he's confused and sad. But God sends an angel to explain that this baby is very special—He's God's Son!
Mary's Special Visitor
An angel named Gabriel visited a young woman named Mary with amazing news: she was going to have a very special baby—God's own Son!
Baby Jesus Is Born
Mary and Joseph had to travel far to Bethlehem. When they arrived, there was no room for them! Baby Jesus was born in a stable and laid in a manger.
Angels and Shepherds
That night, shepherds were watching their sheep in the fields. Suddenly, angels appeared in the sky with amazing news: the Savior was born!
The Wise Men's Journey
Wise men from far away saw a special star in the sky. They followed it to find baby Jesus and brought Him special gifts!
The Escape to Egypt
Mean King Herod wanted to hurt baby Jesus! But God sent an angel to warn Joseph, and they escaped to Egypt!
Ministry of Jesus
The powerful works and teachings of Jesus—miracles that revealed His divine nature and compassion for all who came to Him.
Jesus Gets Baptized
Jesus was baptized by John in the Jordan River. God's voice came from heaven saying, 'This is My Son!' and the Holy Spirit came down like a dove.
Jesus Fights Temptation
Satan tried to trick Jesus three times in the desert. But Jesus used Bible verses to fight back and win!
Jesus Turns Water into Wine
At a wedding party, they ran out of drinks! Jesus turned plain water into the best wine anyone had ever tasted. It was His very first miracle!
Through the Roof!
A man couldn't walk, so his four friends carried him to Jesus. The house was too crowded, so they dug a hole in the roof and lowered him down!
Jesus Stops the Storm
A huge storm hit while Jesus and His friends were in a boat. They were scared! But Jesus told the wind and waves to stop—and they did!
Lunch for Thousands
A huge crowd was hungry, but there was no food—except one boy's tiny lunch. Jesus took five loaves and two fish and fed EVERYONE, with leftovers!
Walking on Water
In the middle of a stormy night, Jesus walked on the water to His disciples! Peter walked on water too—until he got scared and started sinking!
The Man Who Could Finally See
A man had been blind his whole life. Jesus put mud on his eyes and told him to wash—and for the first time ever, he could SEE!
Lazarus, Come Out!
Jesus' friend Lazarus died. Everyone was so sad. But Jesus called out, 'Lazarus, come out!'—and Lazarus walked right out of the tomb, alive!
Only One Said Thanks
Jesus healed ten men with a terrible skin disease. But only ONE came back to say thank you. Jesus noticed—and so should we!
Jesus Loves the Little Children
Some parents wanted Jesus to bless their kids. The disciples said no! But Jesus said, 'Let the children come to Me!' He hugged them and blessed them.
Jesus Heals on the Special Day
A man had a hand that didn't work. The religious leaders said Jesus couldn't heal on the Sabbath. But Jesus showed that helping people is ALWAYS right!
The Woman Who Cried at Jesus' Feet
A woman who had done many bad things came to Jesus crying. She washed His feet with her tears. Jesus forgave all her sins!
The Little Girl Wakes Up
A man named Jairus begged Jesus to heal his sick daughter. But she died before Jesus got there! Jesus said, 'Little girl, get up!'—and she did!
Jesus Shines Bright
Jesus took three disciples up a mountain, and suddenly He started GLOWING! His face shone like the sun. Moses and Elijah appeared, and God's voice spoke from a cloud!
Jesus Sets a Man Free
A man was trapped by evil spirits and lived alone in a graveyard. Jesus set him completely free, and the man went and told everyone what Jesus did for him!
The Woman at the Well
Jesus talked to a woman at a well and offered her 'living water' that would satisfy her forever. She ran and told her whole town about Jesus!
The Little Man in the Tree
Zacchaeus was a short man who cheated people. He climbed a tree to see Jesus—and Jesus changed his whole life!
The Woman Who Touched Jesus' Coat
A sick woman had been bleeding for 12 years. She believed that if she could just touch Jesus' clothes, she'd be healed—and she was right!
The Soldier's Faith
A Roman soldier asked Jesus to heal his servant. He believed Jesus just had to SAY it, and it would happen. Jesus said He'd never seen such great faith!
Mary and Martha
Jesus visited two sisters. Martha was busy cooking and cleaning. Mary just sat and listened to Jesus. Who made the better choice?
A Mother Gets Her Son Back
A widow's only son had died. When Jesus saw her crying, He felt so sad for her. He touched the coffin and said, 'Young man, get up!' And he did!
When Young Jesus Surprised the Teachers
Twelve-year-old Jesus stayed at the temple in Jerusalem asking and answering questions that amazed the wise teachers. He knew He had special work to do for His heavenly Father.
Jesus Cleans Out God's House
When Jesus saw people selling things and cheating others in God's temple, He got angry and chased them all out. God's house should be used for prayer and worship, not for making money!
The Woman Who Gave Everything
A poor widow put two tiny coins in the offering box at the temple. Jesus said she gave more than all the rich people because she gave all she had and trusted God completely.
Nicodemus Learns About Being Born Again
A Jewish teacher named Nicodemus visited Jesus at night to ask important questions. Jesus taught him that everyone needs to be born again by God's Spirit to enter heaven.
The Rich Young Man's Sad Choice
A rich young ruler asked Jesus how to get eternal life. But when Jesus told him to give away his money and follow Him, the young man chose his wealth over Jesus and left sadly.
Jesus Heals a Boy the Disciples Couldn't Help
A father brought his demon-possessed son to Jesus's disciples, but they couldn't help. When Jesus came, He healed the boy instantly and taught about faith and prayer.
Jesus Calls the Fishermen
Jesus meets some fishermen by the lake and asks them to follow Him. After He fills their boats with so many fish they almost sink, they leave everything to become Jesus' special helpers!
Jesus' Mountain Sermon
Jesus teaches a huge crowd on a mountainside about how to live for God—loving enemies, not worrying, praying to our Heavenly Father, and building our lives on obeying His words.
Miracles of Jesus
The miraculous works of Christ—healing the sick, raising the dead, commanding nature—revealing His divine power and compassion.
Jesus Stops the Big Storm
Jesus and His friends were in a boat when a scary storm came. The friends were afraid, but Jesus just told the storm to stop—and it did!
A Big Picnic with Jesus
Thousands of people were hungry, but there was only one little boy's lunch. Jesus took that tiny lunch and made enough food for EVERYONE—with leftovers!
Peter Walks on Water
Jesus walked on top of the water to His friends' boat! Peter wanted to try too. As long as he looked at Jesus, he could walk on water. But when he got scared, he started to sink!
Jesus Helps the Blind Man See
A man had been blind his whole life. Jesus put mud on his eyes and told him to wash it off. When he did, he could SEE for the very first time!
Jesus Brings Lazarus Back!
Jesus' friend Lazarus got sick and died. His sisters were SO sad. But Jesus came and did something AMAZING—He brought Lazarus back to life!
One Man Says Thank You
Ten sick men asked Jesus to heal them. Jesus healed ALL of them! But only ONE came back to say thank you. Jesus was happy that one man remembered to be thankful.
Through the Roof to See Jesus
A man couldn't walk, but he had four amazing friends. They couldn't get through the crowd, so they made a hole in the roof and lowered their friend down to Jesus!
Jesus Wakes Up the Little Girl
A father's little girl was very sick and then she died. But Jesus came and took her hand and said, 'Little girl, get up!' And she did!
Jesus Makes the Best Drink Ever
At a wedding party, they ran out of drinks for the guests. Jesus turned plain water into the most delicious drink anyone had ever tasted!
Parables of Jesus
Jesus' powerful teaching stories that reveal deep truths about God's kingdom, using everyday situations to illuminate spiritual realities.
The Kind Stranger
A man was hurt by robbers. Important religious people walked right past him! But a stranger from a different country stopped to help. Jesus says we should be like that kind stranger.
The Son Who Came Home
A son asked for his dad's money, then wasted it all on bad choices. When he came home, expecting to be a servant, his dad RAN to hug him and threw a party! That's how much God loves us!
The Lost Sheep
A shepherd had 100 sheep. When just ONE got lost, he left all the others to go find it! When he found it, he was SO happy! That's how God feels about each one of us.
The Farmer and the Seeds
A farmer planted seeds in different kinds of soil. Some seeds couldn't grow, but some grew big and strong! Jesus explained that the seeds are like God's Word, and the soil is like our hearts.
The Three Servants
A rich man gave money to three servants before a trip. Two servants worked hard and doubled the money. One servant buried his in the ground! Guess which ones made the master happy?
Two Men Pray
Two men went to pray. One bragged about how good he was. The other just said, 'God, please forgive me!' Jesus said the humble one was right with God—not the proud one!
The Foolish Rich Man
A rich farmer had SO much stuff that he needed bigger barns! He thought he could relax forever. But God said, 'Tonight you're going to die. Then whose stuff will it be?'
The Servant Who Wouldn't Forgive
A servant owed the king MILLIONS but was forgiven! Then he refused to forgive another servant who owed him just a little bit. The king was NOT happy about that!
The Lost Coin
A woman lost one of her ten special coins. She searched everywhere until she found it! God searches for lost people the same way.
The Wise and Foolish Girls
Ten girls waited for a wedding party. Five brought extra oil for their lamps; five didn't. When the groom finally came at midnight, only the prepared ones got to go to the party!
The Tiny Seed
Jesus said God's kingdom is like a tiny mustard seed. It starts SO small, but it grows into a HUGE tree! Big things can start small!
The Wheat and the Weeds
An enemy planted weeds in a farmer's wheat field. The farmer said to wait until harvest to separate them. Good and bad people live together now, but one day God will sort everyone out.
The Hidden Treasure
A man found buried treasure in a field! He was so happy that he sold everything he owned just to buy that field. Knowing Jesus is worth even more than that!
The Rich Man and Lazarus
A rich man ignored a poor beggar every day. When they both died, everything was reversed—the poor man was comforted, and the rich man suffered. It's a warning about ignoring God and others.
The Two Builders
One man built his house on solid rock. Another built on sand. When a big storm came, only one house was left standing! It's about building your life on Jesus.
The Generous Farmer
A farmer hired workers at different times of day but paid them all the same. Some thought it wasn't fair—but the farmer was being generous, not unfair!
The Big Party
A man planned an amazing party and invited lots of people. But they all made excuses! So he invited everyone else—and his house was full!
The Woman Who Wouldn't Give Up
A widow kept asking a mean judge for help. She asked and asked until he finally helped her! Jesus says we should keep praying and never give up.
The Sheep and the Goats
One day Jesus will separate everyone—like a shepherd separates sheep from goats. How we treat hungry, sick, and lonely people shows what's really in our hearts.
Death & Resurrection
The climax of redemption—Jesus' final week, His sacrificial death on the cross, and His glorious resurrection that conquered sin and death forever.
Jesus Rides into Jerusalem
Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey while crowds cheered and waved palm branches! They shouted 'Hosanna!' and treated Him like a king!
Jesus' Last Meal with His Friends
Jesus had one last dinner with His disciples before He died. He surprised them by washing their dirty feet! Then He gave them bread and wine to help them remember Him.
Jesus Prays in the Garden
Jesus knew He was about to die, and He was very sad. He prayed in a garden while His friends fell asleep. Then Judas came with soldiers to arrest Him.
Peter Says He Doesn't Know Jesus
Peter promised he would never leave Jesus. But when Jesus was arrested, Peter got scared. Three times he said, 'I don't know Him!' Then he cried and cried.
Jesus on Trial
Jesus is arrested and brought before religious leaders and the Roman governor Pilate. Even though He did nothing wrong, the people choose to free a criminal instead and demand that Jesus be crucified.
Jesus Dies on the Cross
Soldiers nailed Jesus to a wooden cross. Even while dying, Jesus forgave them. He died to take the punishment for all the wrong things everyone has ever done.
Jesus Is Alive!
Three days after Jesus died, women went to His tomb—but it was EMPTY! An angel said, 'He's not here! He's ALIVE!' Jesus had risen from the dead!
Thomas Believes
Thomas wasn't there when Jesus first appeared to the disciples. He said, 'I won't believe until I see for myself!' A week later, Jesus came back just for Thomas.
The Stranger on the Road
Two sad disciples were walking home when a stranger joined them. He explained the Bible to them. At dinner, they finally recognized Him—it was Jesus!
Breakfast with Jesus
After Peter had denied Jesus three times, he felt terrible. But Jesus made him breakfast and asked three times, 'Do you love me?' Jesus forgave Peter and gave him an important job!
Go and Tell Everyone!
Before Jesus went back to heaven, He gave His followers an important job: go everywhere in the world and tell people about Him!
Jesus Goes to Heaven
Forty days after rising from the dead, Jesus went back up to heaven. But He promised to send the Holy Spirit—and to come back one day!
Early Church
The Holy Spirit empowers the apostles to spread the gospel from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth, birthing the Church through miraculous power and fierce persecution.
The Holy Spirit Comes
After Jesus went to heaven, His followers waited in Jerusalem. Then—WHOOSH! The Holy Spirit came like wind and fire! Peter preached, and thousands of people believed in Jesus!
The Man Who Couldn't Walk
A man who couldn't walk asked Peter and John for money. But they gave him something way better—they healed him in Jesus' name! He jumped up and praised God!
Saul Meets Jesus
Saul HATED Christians and wanted to hurt them. But on a road to Damascus, a bright light knocked him down, and Jesus spoke to him! Saul became one of Jesus' greatest followers!
Peter Learns a Big Lesson
Peter thought Jesus was only for Jewish people. But God gave him a special vision and showed him that EVERYONE can be part of God's family—no matter where they're from!
Singing in Jail
Paul and Silas were beaten and thrown in jail for telling people about Jesus. But at midnight, they SANG songs to God! Then an earthquake shook the prison, and the jailer became a believer!
The Big Storm
Paul was on a ship heading to Rome when a HUGE storm hit! The ship was destroyed, but God kept His promise—all 276 people made it safely to shore!
Philip Helps the Ethiopian Understand
An angel tells Philip to go to a desert road where he meets an important man from Ethiopia who needs help understanding the Bible.
Peter Prays and Dorcas Lives Again
When a kind woman named Dorcas dies, Peter prays and God brings her back to life, making everyone amazed at God's power.
The Church Chooses Seven Special Helpers
When the church gets so big that some people aren't getting help, the apostles choose seven good men to make sure everyone is taken care of.
Barnabas Shares Everything
A kind man named Barnabas sells his land and gives all the money to the apostles to help people in need, showing everyone what it means to be generous.
The Church Family Shares and Cares
The first Christians meet together every day, share their food and belongings, worship God with happy hearts, and watch as more people join their church family.
Stephen: The Brave Helper Who Saw Heaven
Stephen was a helper in the early church who loved Jesus so much that he kept telling people about Him even when they got angry. God gave him an amazing gift at the end: he got to see heaven!
The Couple Who Lied to God
Ananias and Sapphira wanted to look generous without really being generous, so they lied about money they gave to the church. God showed everyone how serious lying is, especially lying to Him.
An Angel Rescues Peter from Jail
When mean King Herod put Peter in prison with sixteen guards, God sent an angel to walk him right out! The church was praying for Peter, and God answered in an amazing way.
Paul Tells the Smart Greeks About the Real God
In a city full of statues to fake gods, Paul told the wise people of Athens about the one true God who made everything and raised Jesus from the dead.
Paul's Missions
The apostle Paul's transformation from persecutor to preacher, his missionary journeys spreading the gospel to the Gentile world, and his letters that shaped the early church.
The Day Everything Changed for Saul
Saul was trying to hurt Christians, but Jesus appeared to him in a bright light. Saul became Paul and spent the rest of his life telling everyone about Jesus!
Paul and Barnabas Go on a Big Trip
The Holy Spirit sent Paul and Barnabas to tell people in faraway places about Jesus. They faced troubles, but they kept sharing the good news!
Singing in Jail
Paul and Silas were put in jail for telling people about Jesus, but they sang songs to God anyway. Then God sent an earthquake that opened all the doors!
Paul Talks to Smart People
In Athens, a city full of statues of fake gods, Paul told the people about the real God who made everything and came back to life.
Paul's Big Storm
Paul was on a ship going to Rome when a huge storm hit! The ship crashed, but God kept everyone safe, just like He promised.
The Boy Who Fell Asleep in Church
A young man falls out of a window during Paul's long sermon and dies, but God brings him back to life through Paul's prayer.
Saul Meets Jesus on the Road
Saul, who hurt Christians, meets Jesus in a bright light and becomes Paul, one of Jesus's greatest followers.
Revelation & Hope
The final revelation of Jesus Christ—visions of heaven, prophecies of judgment, and the promise of a new creation where God dwells with His people forever.
John Sees Jesus Shine
John was alone on an island when he heard a loud voice. He turned and saw Jesus shining brighter than the sun! Jesus said, 'Don't be afraid. I am alive forever!'
Messages for God's People
Jesus gave John special messages for seven churches. Some churches were doing great! Others needed to do better. Jesus told all of them, 'Keep following Me and never give up!'
Heaven's Throne Room
John saw a door open to heaven! God sat on a beautiful throne with a rainbow around it. Angels and creatures sang, 'Holy, holy, holy!' Then Jesus the Lamb took a special scroll because only He was good enough to open it.
The Sealed Scroll Opens
Jesus the Lamb opened the seals on the special scroll. Hard things happened on earth—war, hunger, and sadness. But God promised to protect His people and wipe away all their tears one day.
Two Brave Prophets
God sent two special prophets to tell people the truth about Him. A bad beast killed them, but God brought them back to life after three days and took them to heaven!
The Dragon Who Lost
A woman had a baby, and a scary red dragon tried to hurt them. But God protected them! Angels fought the dragon and threw him out of heaven. Jesus already won the victory!
The Beast's Mark
Two scary beasts came and tried to make everyone worship them. They gave people a special mark. But God's people said no! They only worship Jesus, even when it's hard.
The Bad City Falls Down
There was a bad, proud city called Babylon that hurt God's people. God said, 'Come out of that bad place, My people!' Then God judged the city, and it fell down. Heaven celebrated because God is fair and just!
Jesus Comes Back!
Heaven opened up and Jesus came riding on a white horse! He wore a crown that said 'King of Kings!' His army was with Him. The bad beast tried to fight Jesus, but Jesus won easily!
Everything New Forever!
God made everything NEW! A beautiful city came down from heaven. God lives with His people! No more crying, no more sadness, no more owies—everything is perfect and happy forever! Jesus says, 'I'm coming soon!'
Heroes of Faith
Inspiring stories of men and women who trusted God through incredible trials—showing courage, loyalty, and faith.
Job Trusts God No Matter What
Job was a good man who loved God. When very bad things happened to him, he was sad but still trusted God. And God blessed Job in the end.
Ruth Stays with Naomi
Ruth loved her mother-in-law Naomi so much that she went with her to a new country and a new God. Ruth worked hard, was kind, and God blessed her with a wonderful new family.
Brave Queen Esther
Esther was a Jewish girl who became queen of Persia. When a bad man wanted to hurt all the Jewish people, Esther was brave and saved them!
Three Brave Friends in the Fire
Three friends named Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego wouldn't bow to a fake god. They were thrown into a super hot fire, but God kept them safe!
Gideon and the Army of 300
God told Gideon his army was too big! With just 300 men, torches, jars, and trumpets, Gideon watched God win an amazing victory.
Deborah the Brave Judge
Deborah was a wise leader and prophet who helped God's people defeat a powerful enemy army with 900 iron chariots.
Caleb the Giant-Fighter
At 85 years old, Caleb was still strong and brave because he trusted God completely, and he conquered the mountain with giants that others were afraid to fight.
Rahab and the Scarlet Cord
Rahab was brave enough to help God's spies and trust in the Lord, and God saved her whole family when the walls of Jericho fell down.
Jonathan's Brave Climb
Prince Jonathan and his helper climbed up a steep cliff to fight enemy soldiers all by themselves, trusting that God could save them no matter how few they were.