Nativity Shepherds Find Jesus Coloring Page for Sunday School
Last Wednesday, my third graders were captivated by the Nativity story as we colored the Nativity Shepherds Find Jesus pages. This free printable features 6 images, including the shepherds, the angel, and baby Jesus. It's perfect for our Sunday school lesson on the joy of Jesus' birth.
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Shepherds in the Field
Three shepherds in robes with sheep, looking up at a bright star in the night sky.
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Angel Appears to Shepherds
An angel with flowing robes and wings appears to the shepherds, bringing good news.
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Journey to Bethlehem
The shepherds walk toward Bethlehem, following the star, with sheep by their side.
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Manger Scene
Shepherds gather around the manger where baby Jesus lies, surrounded by Mary and Joseph.
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Shepherds Worship Jesus
The shepherds kneel in worship before baby Jesus in the manger, with expressions of joy.
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Shepherds Leaving with Joy
The shepherds joyfully leave the stable, sharing the good news with others.
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About this Bible story
In the Nativity story, the shepherds were the first to hear about Jesus' birth. They hurried to find Him and were amazed to see Him in a manger, just as the angel had told them. Luke 2:7 tells us, 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.'
βShe wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger.β
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While the kids color, ask them, 'Why do you think the shepherds were chosen to visit Jesus first?' Highlight the moment when the angel appeared to them, sharing the good news. Gather some crayons and set aside about 20 minutes for coloring and discussion afterward.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Nativity Shepherds Find Jesus coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes, these pages are free to download and print, with no signup required! They're perfect for personal and classroom use. You can easily add them to your Sunday school binder for next weekβs lesson.
How can I tie the Nativity scene to the lesson on humility?+
Discuss how the shepherds, humble workers, were the first to receive the news of Jesus' birth. While kids color, ask them how this shows God's heart for the lowly and how we can be humble ourselves.
What Bible verse pairs with this coloring page?+
Luke 2:7 is key to this story. It highlights how Jesus was born in humble conditions, reminding us of His love for everyone, especially the lowly. Use this verse to connect the coloring activity to the lesson on Jesus' birth.
More about these coloring pages
When teaching about the Nativity, I love to have my kids color as we discuss the story. One of the highlighted moments is when 'She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger' (Luke 2:7). The illustrations in the Nativity Shepherds Find Jesus coloring page beautifully depict the shepherds, the starry night, and the angel delivering the good news. Last Friday, I had my third graders color these pages while we talked about how the shepherds reacted to seeing baby Jesus. They were so excited! We also shared our favorite Christmas traditions, which made for a lively discussion. Having these pages on hand makes it easy to connect the story with creative expression.