John The Baptist Coloring Page for Kids
Last Thursday during our art session, my 7-year-old colored a picture of John the Baptist in the river. This John the Baptist coloring page for kids features six fun images that highlight his story. It's perfect for a Sunday school lesson or at-home Bible study. Plus, it's a free printable!
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John the Baptist Preaching
John the Baptist stands by the river, wearing camel hair, passionately preaching to a group of curious people listening.
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John Baptizing Jesus
John the Baptist gently baptizes Jesus in the river, with water splashing around and a dove flying overhead.
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Crowds Gathering to Listen
A large crowd gathers by the riverbank, excitedly listening to John the Baptist, with various people and animals watching.
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John Eating Locusts and Honey
John the Baptist sits on a rock, joyfully eating locusts and honey, with a smile on his face and nature around him.
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John Encouraging Followers
John the Baptist enthusiastically encourages his followers, with some raising their hands, and a bright sun shining above.
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Baptism Ceremony
A joyful baptism ceremony takes place with John the Baptist in the river, surrounded by people celebrating with smiles.
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About this Bible story
John the Baptist was a special messenger from God. He called people to prepare their hearts for Jesus. In Matthew 3:3, it says, 'A voice of one calling in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord.'' John baptized many people in the Jordan River, teaching them about repentance.
“A voice of one calling in the wilderness, 'Prepare the way for the Lord.'”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
As kids color, ask them, 'What do you think it means to prepare the way for the Lord?' Highlight John's crucial role in the New Testament as a forerunner to Jesus. Use washable markers for easy cleanup, and consider a follow-up discussion about the importance of listening to God’s messages.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these John The Baptist coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes! These John The Baptist coloring pages are free to download as PDFs, no signup required. They're great for personal or classroom use, perfect for your Sunday school class!
What age group is best for the John The Baptist coloring pages?+
These John The Baptist coloring pages are designed for kids 5 and up, making them easy enough for younger children to color with chunky crayons. Plan for about 30 minutes of coloring time to complete the pages.
How can I tie these pages back to John The Baptist's story?+
While the kids color, ask them about John’s role in preparing people for Jesus. Discuss how he baptized in the Jordan River and his call for repentance. You can reference Matthew 3:3 to emphasize his mission.
More about these Bible coloring pages
The moment I pulled out the John the Baptist coloring page for kids, my 5-year-old exclaimed, 'Look, he’s baptizing people!' We talked about how John called out, 'Prepare the way for the Lord' (Matthew 3:3) while he colored. This page includes six different scenes, like John preaching and the beautiful Jordan River setting. My kids love using bright crayons to bring these images to life. Last week, I used these pages in our homeschool lesson, and the kids enjoyed discussing the importance of John’s message while they colored. It was a meaningful way to connect art with their faith.