New Testament
John the Baptist for Kids: Bible Story Summary & Free Printables
The story in a nutshell
John lived in the wilderness, ate locusts and wild honey, and told people to turn from their sins because the Savior was coming. When he saw Jesus, he said, "Behold the Lamb of God!"
Read it: Matthew 3; Luke 3; John 1
Memory verseJohn 1:29
Big ideasPointing others to Jesus · Repentance
John the Baptist Puzzles
Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of John the Baptist in the Bible?
You can read it in Matthew 3; Luke 3; John 1.
What is the story of John the Baptist about?
John lived in the wilderness, ate locusts and wild honey, and told people to turn from their sins because the Savior was coming. When he saw Jesus, he said, "Behold the Lamb of God!"
What can kids learn from John the Baptist?
Big ideas to teach: Pointing others to Jesus, Repentance.