Kids Bible

Have you ever found something so special you would do anything to keep it? Come sit by the sparkling Sea of Galilee and listen as Jesus tells two of His most wonderful stories. In this beautifully retold narrative, you'll meet Elian, a hardworking farmer who stumbles upon a dazzling treasure buried in a field, a secret that fills him with so much happiness he breaks into a joyful dance in the dirt! Then, travel to a bustling city and meet Liana, a merchant who has spent her whole life searching for the most perfect pearl in the world.

When the disciple Peter asks Jesus this very question, he gets an answer bigger than he could ever imagine—not a number, but a story. Journey back to the dusty roads of Galilee and into the grand palace of a king in this vivid retelling of the Parable of the Unmerciful Servant. Feel the weight of a debt as big as a mountain, hear the wonderful sound of forgiveness, and smell the sweet air of freedom.

Step into the bustling city of Philippi with Paul and Silas and witness a story of incredible faith and miraculous power! When a simple act of kindness—freeing a young girl from a troubling spirit—angers a group of greedy men, Paul and Silas are dragged before the city's leaders, beaten, and thrown into the deepest, darkest prison cell. But even with their feet locked in stocks and their backs raw with pain, they refuse to be silenced. As they fill the midnight air with songs of praise, the very foundations of the prison begin to shake!

Step into the bustling city of Jerusalem on a sunny afternoon, where the air smells of spices and roasting lamb. Two friends, Peter and John, are on their way to the Temple to pray when they meet a man who has never taken a single step. What happens next is a miracle that will make your heart leap! Discover a gift better than silver or gold, a power strong enough to make wobbly knees strong, and a joy so big it has to be shouted and danced.

What if you became king when you were only eight years old? Young Josiah wears a crown that's too heavy and rules a kingdom that has lost its way. The grand Temple of God is crumbling, and the people have forgotten His laws, choosing to worship cold stone idols instead. But when Josiah decides to make things right, a dusty, long-lost scroll is discovered, containing the powerful words of God Himself. Join the boy king on a captivating journey as he reads the forgotten book, weeps for his people, and finds the courage to lead a whole nation back to the light.

Step into a world of breathtaking miracles where the impossible becomes reality! Have you ever seen a chariot made of pure fire sweep a prophet into the sky? Or watched a heavy iron axe head float on water as if it were a feather? Join Elisha, the chosen successor to the great prophet Elijah, on an adventure of faith and wonder. After his master's spectacular departure, Elisha begins a journey of his own, and the power of God follows him every step of the way. In this collection of captivating stories, you will: Taste the sweetness of poisoned water made pure with a dash of salt.

In the quiet of the desert, under a blanket of a million shimmering stars, an elderly man named Abraham receives an impossible promise from God: his family will be more numerous than the stars in the sky. The only problem? He and his wife, Sarah, are old and have no children.

Journey back in time with Balthazar, Melchior, and Gaspar, three brilliant scholars from the East who spot a mysterious new star in the night sky. Convinced it's a sign foretelling the birth of a great King, they embark on an epic adventure across vast deserts and bustling cities, carrying treasures of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Guided only by the star's brilliant light, they must navigate a long and dangerous path, outwit a jealous king, and follow their faith to a humble stable in Bethlehem.

Leo is a curious young boy who stumbles upon a crossroads where two very different paths begin. He is invited onto the sunny Path of Wisdom by a kind and radiant guide, but he is also tempted by the whispers of Folly, who promises easy fun and shortcuts down a dark and thorny trail. In this beautifully illustrated collection of stories, follow Leo as he chooses the way of wisdom and learns powerful lessons from hardworking ants, angry badgers, proud stags, and honest merchants.

After Jesus is gone, his friends huddle together in a locked room, their hearts filled with fear and sadness. But suddenly, a gentle light fills the room, and Jesus is there, alive and bringing them peace! They are overjoyed, but one of them is missing. Thomas wasn't there to see it, and he is filled with questions. He can't believe the amazing news. "Unless I see the nail marks in his hands," he declares, "and put my finger where the nails were... I will not believe."

On a long, dusty road under the blazing sun, a tired Jesus stops at an ancient well. He is soon joined by a woman from Samaria, her heart as heavy as the water jar on her shoulder, hiding a secret sadness from the world. This is no ordinary day. A simple request for a drink of water leads to the most amazing promise: a special kind of "living water" that can quench a thirsty soul forever. Join the woman on a life-changing journey as she meets the one man who knows everything about her past, yet offers her not judgment, but a gift of endless hope and joy.

Journey back in time to the bustling streets of the Roman Empire and meet Onesimus, a young helper in the house of a kind man named Philemon. After one terrible mistake, Onesimus is filled with fear and makes a daring choice: he runs away! Join Onesimus on his long and lonely journey to the giant city of Rome. Feel the dust of the road beneath your feet, see the towering buildings that block out the sun, and sense the fear of being lost and alone.

In the quiet of a Jerusalem night, a respected leader named Nicodemus, accustomed to a life of rules and honor, finds himself drawn by a secret wonder to a humble carpenter named Jesus. Cloaked in shadow, he brings his questions to the man who performs miracles and speaks with unheard-of authority. What follows is a conversation that will challenge everything Nicodemus believes. He is confronted with puzzling ideas of being "born again," the mysterious power of the Spirit, and a love from God so immense it is offered as a free gift to the entire world.

Meet Hosea, a kind and gentle prophet who loves God. His life is peaceful until God gives him the strangest command: marry Gomer, a woman whose heart is restless and will wander far away. Join Hosea on a powerful journey as his family becomes a living, breathing picture of God's relationship with His people. Experience the joy of their wedding, the sorrow of their children's sad, prophetic names, and the deep pain of a broken home when Gomer leaves. But the story doesn't end there.

In the bustling city of Tyre, a mother named Elara faces every parent's worst nightmare. Her young daughter, Lyra, is afflicted by a terrible darkness that no doctor's herbs or priest's prayers can touch. Consumed by a worry so heavy it's hard to breathe, Elara's only hope lies in the whispers of a miracle worker from Galilee—a man named Jesus. Driven by a fierce and desperate love, Elara embarks on a difficult journey into a foreign land, searching for the one person who can save her child.

Join Zechariah, a kind priest whose heart is heavy for his people. Their beautiful city, Jerusalem, is broken, and everyone has lost hope. But one night, everything changes. God pulls back the curtain of heaven and gives Zechariah eight incredible visions, each one more wondrous than the last. Journey with Zechariah as he meets an angel among sweet-smelling myrtle trees, sees powerful horses of every color, and watches as four scary horns are shattered by God's super-strong helpers.

Two thieves on two crosses, and a King between them. One chose anger; the other chose hope. This is the story of Dismas, a man whose life was full of wrong choices, who found himself dying next to Jesus. In his very last moments, with only a breath left to give, he asked to be remembered. In return, he received the greatest promise of all.

Step into the ancient city of Jerusalem and feel the hope of a promise long-awaited. In "Simeon's Joyful Song," children will meet Simeon, a righteous and devout old man who has held onto a special promise from God: he will not see death until he has seen the Messiah. Journey with him through the bustling, fragrant streets to the holy Temple, where a lifetime of patient waiting culminates in a moment of pure, breathtaking joy. When he finally holds the baby Jesus in his arms, his heart overflows into a beautiful song that still echoes today.

Nehemiah has a very important job. He is the cupbearer to the mighty King of Persia, living in a palace filled with riches and splendor. But his heart is far away in Jerusalem, the city of his ancestors, which lies in ruins. When Nehemiah hears that the city walls are broken down and his people are in danger and disgrace, he knows he must do something. With a prayer in his heart and the king's permission, Nehemiah travels to Jerusalem on a daring mission: to rebuild the great wall! But enemies are watching, laughing at him and his helpers. They will do anything to make him fail.

Every person is tasked with learning why they were created and the unique gifts that make them special. Written by New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado, The Oak Inside the Acorn teaches about the incredible miracle inside each of us while reminding us that we were created by God for a...