Matthew Evangelist Coloring Page for Kids
Last Wednesday, my kids and I sat down with the Matthew Evangelist coloring page for kids. We enjoyed coloring six fun images that tell the story of Matthew's calling. This free printable is perfect for Sunday school lessons or a quiet afternoon at home.
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Matthew Writing His Gospel
Matthew sitting at a table, writing his gospel on a scroll, with a quill in hand and an open book beside him.
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Angel Visiting Matthew
An angel appearing to Matthew, who looks surprised, with a shining light around them, and a scroll on the table.
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Matthew Preaching to a Crowd
Matthew standing on a small hill, preaching to a big crowd of people, with enthusiastic expressions and raised hands.
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Matthew Collecting Taxes
Matthew sitting at a tax booth, counting coins, with a few people waiting in line, looking curious.
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Jesus Calling Matthew
Jesus calling Matthew from the tax booth, with a warm smile, as Matthew looks surprised and curious.
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Matthew Following Jesus
Matthew joyfully following Jesus, with other disciples around them, and a sunny landscape in the background.
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About this Bible story
In Matthew 9:9, Jesus called Matthew to be one of His disciples. 'He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector's booth.' Matthew's story reminds us that anyone can follow Jesus.
“He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector's booth.”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While your kids color, ask them what they think it means to be chosen by Jesus. Highlight the moment in Matthew 9:9 when Jesus saw Matthew. You might want to have crayons and markers ready, and perhaps follow up with a discussion about how they can show kindness to others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Matthew Evangelist coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes! The Matthew Evangelist coloring pages are completely free, with no signup required. You can easily download them as PDF files for personal or classroom use. They're perfect for Sunday school activities!
How can I encourage my kids to think about Matthew's story while coloring?+
You can ask your kids what they think it means to be called by Jesus, like Matthew was. Encourage them to share their thoughts about how Jesus loves everyone, even those others might overlook. This can make their coloring time more meaningful.
What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+
Use Matthew 9:9 to highlight the calling of Matthew. You can discuss how Jesus saw him at the tax collector's booth and chose him to be a disciple. This can lead to a great conversation about acceptance and grace.
More about these Bible coloring pages
My 10-year-old was excited to color the Matthew Evangelist coloring page for kids right after lunch. As she filled in Matthew's booth, she asked why Jesus chose a tax collector. It's fascinating how a simple picture can lead to such big questions. The page includes six images, each depicting different moments from Matthew's life, like his calling by Jesus. 'He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector's booth' (Matthew 9:9) really stood out during our discussion. We ended up talking about the importance of accepting everyone in our community. Coloring this page sparked an afternoon filled with learning and laughter, showing that art can be a fun way to dive into the Bible.