For God So Loved The World Coloring Page for Preschoolers

Last Thursday during circle time, we talked about God's love as we colored pictures from the 'For God So Loved The World' story. With 6 images, this free printable is perfect for preschoolers to learn about Jesus' love while they color.

Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell, Christian Education Editor

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About this Bible story

In John 3:16, we learn that 'For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.' This story teaches preschoolers about God's love and kindness. Coloring images of Jesus and children can help them understand this important message.

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son.

John 3:16 (NIV)

John 3:16Multiple Translations

NIV

New International Version

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

ESV

English Standard Version

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

KJV

King James Version

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

NLT

New Living Translation

For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.

RVR1960

Reina-Valera (Español)

Porque de tal manera amó Dios al mundo, que ha dado a su Hijo unigénito, para que todo aquel que en él cree, no se pierda, mas tenga vida eterna.

Almeida

Almeida (Português)

Porque Deus amou o mundo de tal maneira que deu o seu Filho unigênito, para que todo aquele que nele crê não pereça, mas tenha a vida eterna.

Luther

Luther Bibel (Deutsch)

Denn also hat Gott die Welt geliebt, dass er seinen eingeborenen Sohn gab, damit alle, die an ihn glauben, nicht verloren werden, sondern das ewige Leben haben.

Louis Segond

Louis Segond (Français)

Car Dieu a tant aimé le monde qu'il a donné son Fils unique, afin que quiconque croit en lui ne périsse point, mais qu'il ait la vie éternelle.

BT

Biblia Tysiąclecia (Polski)

Tak bowiem Bóg umiłował świat, że Syna swego Jednorodzonego dał, aby każdy, kto w Niego wierzy, nie zginął, ale miał życie wieczne.

Translations: NIV (Biblica), ESV (Crossway), KJV (public domain), NLT (Tyndale), Reina-Valera 1960 (public domain), Almeida (public domain), Luther Bibel 2017 (Deutsche Bibelgesellschaft), Bible Louis Segond (public domain), Biblia Tysiąclecia (Pallottinum), Herziene Statenvertaling.

How to Use These Coloring Pages

While your preschoolers color, ask them, 'What does it mean to be loved by God?' Highlight how God showed His love by sending Jesus. Prepare crayons and set aside about 20 minutes for this activity, allowing time to discuss their artwork afterwards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can preschoolers handle these For God So Loved The World pages on their own?+

Yes! These coloring pages are free and perfect for preschoolers to use. No signup is required, and they can color with chunky crayons. It’s a great activity for both personal and classroom use.

What can I do if my preschooler finishes a page quickly?+

If your preschooler finishes early, encourage them to tell you the story of God's love or share what they colored. You can also print another page for them to color while you discuss the meaning of the story.

How does this story connect to John 3:16?+

This story emphasizes God's immense love for us, as highlighted in John 3:16. The coloring pages allow preschoolers to visualize and connect with the message that God gave His Son because of His love for everyone.

More about these coloring pages

The coloring pages from the 'For God So Loved The World' story are such a hit in our classroom! I remember last Wednesday when my 4-year-olds giggled while coloring images of Jesus surrounded by happy children. It’s heartwarming to see them grasp the message of love from John 3:16, especially when we discuss how 'For God so loved the world' (John 3:16). Each page features friendly illustrations that capture the story's essence, making it easy for preschoolers to engage. By the end of circle time, they were excited to share their colorful creations with their parents. These pages are not just fun; they reinforce the idea that God loves everyone. The kids can easily use crayons, and I recommend setting aside about 30 minutes for them to color and talk about what God's love means to them.