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Jesus Heals the Leper for Kids: Bible Story & Printables

The story in a nutshell

A leper came to Jesus, kneeling down to him and saying, "If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean." Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand and touched him and said, "I will; be thou clean," and immediately the leprosy departed from him. Jesus told him to say nothing to any man but to shew himself to the priest, but he went out and began to publish it much, and they came to Jesus from every quarter.

Read it: Mark 1:40–45

Memory verseMark 1:41

Big ideasJesus cares · Jesus heals · Jesus is willing

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the story of Jesus Heals the Leper in the Bible?

You can read it in Mark 1:40–45.

What is the story of Jesus Heals the Leper about?

A leper came to Jesus, kneeling down to him and saying, "If thou wilt, thou canst make me clean." Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand and touched him and said, "I will; be thou clean," and immediately the leprosy departed from him. Jesus told him to say nothing to any man but to shew himself to the priest, but he went out and began to publish it much, and they came to Jesus from every quarter.

What can kids learn from Jesus Heals the Leper?

Big ideas to teach: Jesus cares, Jesus heals, Jesus is willing.