The Rich Young Ruler for Kids: Bible Story & Printables
The story in a nutshell
A man came running, kneeled to Jesus and asked, "Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?" Jesus beholding him loved him and said, "One thing thou lackest": sell whatsoever thou hast, give to the poor, and "come, take up the cross, and follow me." The man went away grieved, "for he had great possessions," and Jesus taught that "with God all things are possible."
Read it: Mark 10:17–27
Memory verseMark 10:27
Big ideasLove God more than things · Follow Jesus · With God all things are possible
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the story of The Rich Young Ruler in the Bible?
You can read it in Mark 10:17–27.
What is the story of The Rich Young Ruler about?
A man came running, kneeled to Jesus and asked, "Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?" Jesus beholding him loved him and said, "One thing thou lackest": sell whatsoever thou hast, give to the poor, and "come, take up the cross, and follow me." The man went away grieved, "for he had great possessions," and Jesus taught that "with God all things are possible."
What can kids learn from The Rich Young Ruler?
Big ideas to teach: Love God more than things, Follow Jesus, With God all things are possible.