For children
Bible stories for kids
Stories from the Bible retold for children, each with a verse to remember and a simple lesson to take away.
Old Testament
Story 1 · Ages 4–12
Creation - God Makes the World
God creates the heavens, earth, and everything in it in six days, then rests on the seventh.
Genesis 1:1
Story 2 · Ages 6–12
The Fall - Sin Enters the World
Adam and Eve disobey God in the Garden of Eden, and sin enters God's perfect creation.
Romans 3:23
Story 3 · Ages 4–12
Noah's Ark - God Saves Noah
God floods the earth but saves Noah, his family, and the animals in a giant ark.
Psalm 145:13
Story 4 · Ages 5–12
David & Goliath - Little Guy, Big Faith
Young David defeats the giant Goliath with faith in God and a simple slingshot.
Psalm 28:7
Story 8 · Ages 7–12
Cain and Abel - The First Sin
Cain becomes jealous of his brother Abel and commits the first murder, showing the spread of sin.
Genesis 4:7
Story 9 · Ages 6–12
Tower of Babel - Pride and Confusion
People try to build a tower to heaven, but God confuses their language and scatters them.
Proverbs 16:18
Story 10 · Ages 6–12
Abraham's Call - God's Promise
God calls Abram to leave his home and promises to make him a great nation.
Genesis 12:1
Story 11 · Ages 7–12
Abraham and Isaac - The Ultimate Test
God tests Abraham's faith by asking him to sacrifice his son Isaac, then provides a ram.
Genesis 22:8
Story 12 · Ages 6–12
Joseph's Dreams - God's Plan Unfolds
Joseph has dreams that anger his brothers, leading them to sell him into slavery.
Genesis 50:20
Story 13 · Ages 6–12
Joseph in Egypt - From Prison to Palace
Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams and becomes second-in-command of Egypt.
Genesis 39:23
Story 14 · Ages 6–12
Baby Moses - God Prepares a Leader
Moses is saved from death as a baby and raised in Pharaoh's palace.
Exodus 3:7-8
Story 15 · Ages 6–12
Jacob's Ladder - God's Presence Everywhere
Jacob dreams of a ladder to heaven with angels and receives God's promise of protection.
Genesis 28:16
Story 16 · Ages 6–12
Jacob and Esau Reunite - Forgiveness and Reconciliation
After many years, Jacob returns home and is reunited with his brother Esau in forgiveness.
Genesis 33:10
Story 17 · Ages 6–12
The Burning Bush - God Calls Moses
God appears to Moses in a burning bush and calls him to lead Israel out of Egypt.
Exodus 3:14
Story 18 · Ages 6–12
The Ten Plagues - God's Power Over Egypt
God sends ten plagues on Egypt to free His people from slavery.
Exodus 7:16
Story 19 · Ages 5–12
Crossing the Red Sea - God's Deliverance
God parts the Red Sea so the Israelites can escape from Pharaoh's army.
Exodus 14:14
Story 20 · Ages 7–12
The Ten Commandments - God's Law
God gives Moses the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai.
Exodus 20:3
Story 21 · Ages 7–12
The Golden Calf - Disobedience and Forgiveness
The Israelites make a golden idol, but Moses intercedes and God forgives them.
Exodus 34:6
Story 22 · Ages 6–12
Spies in Canaan - Faith vs Fear
Twelve spies explore the Promised Land, but only two trust God's promise.
Numbers 14:9
Story 23 · Ages 6–12
The Walls of Jericho - Walls Fall Down
Joshua and the Israelites march around Jericho and God makes the walls fall.
Hebrews 11:30
Story 24 · Ages 7–12
Gideon - God Uses the Weak
God chooses Gideon and a small army to defeat a massive enemy force.
Judges 6:12
Story 25 · Ages 7–12
Samson - Strength from God
Samson receives incredible strength from God to fight Israel's enemies.
Judges 14:6
Story 26 · Ages 7–12
Solomon's Wisdom - A Gift from God
God grants Solomon wisdom, and he becomes the wisest king ever.
1 Kings 3:9
Story 27 · Ages 7–12
Elijah and the Prophets of Baal - The One True God
Elijah proves God is real by calling down fire from heaven.
1 Kings 18:39
Story 28 · Ages 6–12
Daniel in the Lions' Den - Faithful in Danger
Daniel is thrown to the lions but God protects him all night.
Daniel 6:22
Story 29 · Ages 5–12
Jonah and the Big Fish - Running from God
Jonah runs from God but learns that God's mercy extends to everyone.
Jonah 4:11
Story 30 · Ages 6–12
The Wise Men - Following the Star
Wise men from the East follow a star to find and worship baby Jesus.
Matthew 2:2
Story 33 · Ages 6–12
Calling the Disciples - Follow Me
Jesus calls twelve ordinary men to become His disciples.
Matthew 4:19
Story 34 · Ages 6–12
Water to Wine - The First Miracle
Jesus turns water into wine at a wedding, showing His divine power.
John 2:11
Story 37 · Ages 6–12
Healing the Paralyzed Man - Friends Who Care
Four friends lower a paralyzed man through a roof to reach Jesus.
Mark 2:5
Story 44 · Ages 6–12
The Sower - How We Hear God's Word
Jesus teaches about different ways people respond to God's message.
Matthew 13:9
Story 51 · Ages 6–12
Saul's Conversion - From Enemy to Apostle
Saul meets Jesus on the road to Damascus and becomes Paul.
Acts 9:5
Story 53 · Ages 6–12
Ruth and Naomi - True Friendship
Ruth shows amazing loyalty and love to her mother-in-law Naomi.
Ruth 1:16
Story 54 · Ages 6–12
God Calls Samuel - A Young Prophet
God speaks to young Samuel in the temple at night.
1 Samuel 3:10
Story 55 · Ages 6–12
David Anointed - The Shepherd King
Samuel anoints young David to be the future king of Israel.
1 Samuel 16:7
Story 56 · Ages 6–12
David and Jonathan - Best Friends
David and Jonathan have one of the greatest friendships in the Bible.
Proverbs 17:17
Story 57 · Ages 6–12
Queen Esther - Brave for God's People
Queen Esther risks her life to save her people.
Esther 4:14
Story 58 · Ages 6–12
Nehemiah - Rebuilding the Walls
Nehemiah leads the people to rebuild Jerusalem's walls.
Nehemiah 8:10
Story 59 · Ages 6–12
The Fiery Furnace - Three Brave Friends
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse to bow to idols and God protects them.
Daniel 3:17
Story 60 · Ages 6–12
King Josiah - Finding God's Word
Young King Josiah discovers God's Word and turns the nation back to God.
Psalm 119:105
Story 61 · Ages 6–12
Peter and Cornelius - The Gospel for Everyone
Peter learns that God's good news is for all people, not just Jews.
Acts 10:34
Story 62 · Ages 6–12
Philip and the Ethiopian - Sharing Good News
Philip tells an Ethiopian official about Jesus and baptizes him.
Romans 10:15
Story 63 · Ages 6–12
Peter Freed from Prison - An Angel's Rescue
An angel miraculously rescues Peter from prison.
Psalm 34:7
Story 64 · Ages 6–12
Paul and Silas in Prison - Singing in Chains
Paul and Silas sing praises to God in prison and an earthquake sets them free.
Philippians 4:4
Story 65 · Ages 6–12
Paul's Shipwreck - God's Protection
Paul survives a terrible shipwreck because God has plans for him.
Acts 27:24
Story 66 · Ages 6–12
Nicodemus Visits Jesus - Born Again
Jesus teaches Nicodemus about being born again.
John 3:16
Story 67 · Ages 6–12
Woman at the Well - Living Water
Jesus offers living water to a Samaritan woman.
John 4:14
Story 68 · Ages 6–12
The Rich Young Ruler - What Matters Most
A rich young man asks Jesus how to have eternal life.
Mark 8:36
New Testament
Story 5 · Ages 6–12
Angel's Message - Mary's Special News
The angel Gabriel tells Mary she will give birth to Jesus, the Son of God.
Luke 1:37
Story 6 · Ages 4–12
Journey to Bethlehem - No Room at the Inn
Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born in a stable.
Luke 2:11
Story 7 · Ages 5–12
Easter Morning - Jesus is Alive!
Jesus rises from the dead, defeating death and offering eternal life to all who believe.
Matthew 28:6
Story 31 · Ages 6–12
Jesus' Baptism - God's Beloved Son
John baptizes Jesus and God speaks from heaven.
Matthew 3:17
Story 32 · Ages 7–12
Temptation in the Desert - Overcoming Evil
Jesus is tempted by Satan but resists using God's Word.
Matthew 4:4
Story 35 · Ages 5–12
Feeding the 5000 - Jesus Provides
Jesus feeds thousands of people with just five loaves and two fish.
Matthew 14:20
Story 36 · Ages 5–12
Calming the Storm - Jesus Controls Nature
Jesus calms a dangerous storm with just His words.
Mark 4:41
Story 38 · Ages 6–12
Walking on Water - Don't Be Afraid
Jesus walks on water and helps Peter do the same.
Matthew 14:27
Story 39 · Ages 7–12
Raising Lazarus - Jesus Defeats Death
Jesus brings His friend Lazarus back to life after four days in the tomb.
John 11:25
Story 40 · Ages 5–12
Zacchaeus - Jesus Seeks the Lost
Jesus calls a despised tax collector down from a tree and changes his life.
Luke 19:10
Story 41 · Ages 6–12
The Good Samaritan - Love Your Neighbor
Jesus teaches that everyone is our neighbor through this parable.
Luke 10:27
Story 42 · Ages 6–12
The Prodigal Son - A Father's Love
A father welcomes home his wayward son with joy and celebration.
Luke 15:24
Story 43 · Ages 5–12
The Lost Sheep - God Searches for Us
A shepherd leaves ninety-nine sheep to find the one that is lost.
Luke 15:6
Story 45 · Ages 5–12
Palm Sunday - The King Arrives
Jesus rides into Jerusalem as people wave palm branches and shout praises.
Mark 11:9
Story 46 · Ages 7–12
The Last Supper - Remember Me
Jesus shares a final meal with His disciples before His death.
Luke 22:19
Story 47 · Ages 7–12
Garden of Gethsemane - Jesus Prays
Jesus prays in the garden, knowing what suffering is ahead.
Luke 22:42
Story 48 · Ages 8–12
The Cross - Jesus Dies for Us
Jesus is crucified to pay the price for our sins.
Luke 23:34
Story 49 · Ages 6–12
The Ascension - Jesus Returns to Heaven
Jesus ascends to heaven after promising to send the Holy Spirit.
Matthew 28:20
Story 50 · Ages 7–12
Pentecost - The Holy Spirit Comes
The Holy Spirit comes with power and the church begins.
Acts 1:8
Story 52 · Ages 8–12
Paul's Journeys - Spreading the Good News
Paul travels across the world telling people about Jesus.
Mark 16:15