Jonah And The Whale Jonah Running From God Coloring Page For Kids
Last Tuesday, my 7-year-old colored a Jonah and the Whale page while asking why Jonah tried to run from God. This coloring page features 6 images that illustrate Jonah's adventure. It's perfect for a Sunday school lesson or a fun home activity. Free printable for kids!
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Jonah Running Away
A cartoon Jonah running away from a big fish, looking scared, with a town in the background and waves crashing around.
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Jonah On The Ship
A cartoon Jonah on a ship looking anxious, amidst a stormy sea with waves and seagulls flying around.
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The Stormy Seas
A cartoon ship battling huge waves with frightened sailors, and dark clouds above with lightning.
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Jonah Overboard
A cartoon Jonah falling into the sea with splashes, while the ship and frightened sailors are visible in the background.
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Whale Swallowing Jonah
A cartoon whale opening its mouth wide to swallow Jonah, with bubbles and sea plants around them.
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Jonah Inside the Whale
A cartoon Jonah sitting inside the whale, looking surprised, with seaweed and fish swimming outside the whale's mouth.
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About this Bible story
In the story of Jonah, he ran from God but was swallowed by a great fish. While inside, he prayed for help. This story is found in Jonah 2:1, where it says, 'From inside the fish Jonah prayed.'
“From inside the fish Jonah prayed.”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While the kids color, ask them, 'Why do you think Jonah didn’t want to go to Nineveh?' Highlight Jonah's fear and how he prayed for help. Use crayons and remind them to take their time. After coloring, have the kids share what they learned about obedience to God.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Jonah And Whale Jonah Running From God coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes! These pages are free and require no signup. You can download a PDF for personal and classroom use. They’re perfect for our Sunday school binder, and the kids will love using bright crayons to color Jonah's story.
How can I explain why Jonah ran from God while my kids color?+
As the kids color, ask them how they’d feel if they were asked to go somewhere they didn’t want to. You can discuss Jonah's fear and the importance of listening to God, making it relatable for them.
What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+
You can pair this coloring page with Jonah 2:1. Discuss what it means to pray in difficult times, just like Jonah did while inside the fish. This helps kids connect the artwork with the message.
More about these Bible coloring pages
My son, Jacob, was coloring this Jonah and the Whale Jonah Running From God coloring page last week when he asked why Jonah didn’t want to go to Nineveh. We talked about how sometimes we can feel scared of doing what God wants. The pages include images of Jonah being tossed into the sea and the big fish swallowing him, which really caught his attention. In this Bible story, Jonah learns a valuable lesson about obedience. While he was inside the fish, he prayed, 'From inside the fish Jonah prayed' (Jonah 2:1). Kids will enjoy bringing these characters to life with their crayons! I printed these pages for our homeschool group, and they were a hit! The kids loved discussing Jonah’s story while coloring. Each page has a unique image, like the stormy sea and the whale. These illustrations help them connect with the story in a fun way, making it easy to remember the important lessons.