Jesus was not crucified alone. There were criminals there with him who were also sentenced to death. This is the story of a conversation Jesus had with the two other men who were crucified by his side. As you read this story, pay attention to what Jesus promises to the criminal who defends him. The…
Bible Stories
Joseph the Dreamer: A Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in a collection of Bible stories for kids called Do Not Be Afraid: Bible Stories for Kids about Hope. Genesis 37–50 Joseph, the son of the Patriarch Jacob, was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, but God had a plan for him. God turned a sad situation into a miracle that…
The Bread of Life: A Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in a collection of Bible stories for kids called Take and Eat: Bible Stories for Kids about the Eucharist. John 6:22–68 After the miraculous feeding of more than five thousand people, the crowds came in search of Jesus to learn more from him. When they found him, they had a lot…
The Good Samaritan: A Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in a collection of Bible stories for kids called Do Not Be Afraid: Bible Stories for Kids about Hope. The Jews did not like the Samaritans. The Samaritans did not worship God in Jerusalem like the Jews did. So they avoided the Samaritans at all costs. For this reason, the parable of…
Jesus Gives the Holy Spirit: A Pentecost Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in a collection of Bible stories for kids called Do Not Be Afraid: Bible Stories for Kids about Hope. John 20:19–23 When Jesus was arrested, the disciples scattered and fled in fear. After he died, though, they gathered back together again in sadness. Still, they were afraid for their lives. They started…
