Bible Illustrations

Sunday School Zone has invested in high quality, professionally-created Bible illustrations that help Bible stories come alive. We utilize these illustrations along with the free Bible activities on the site and in God's Unfolding Story curriculum. In each case we have created a "Story Illustration" or teaching picture that contains the Bible illustration and story title. A list of the Story Illustrations is below. They are exclusive to the site and the curriculum. You can use these in teaching or as part of a children's sermon. Please do not use these illustrations beyond their intended purpose or for commercial purposes.

The Parable of the Forgiving King Story Illustration

The Story of the Forgiving King helps teach us why we should forgive others. We have been forgiven so much ourselves. This story illustration will help children to remember the great truths Jesus taught in this parable.

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The Parable of the Lost Sheep Story Illustration

One of the most simple salvation stories used by Jesus in the New Testament is that of the parable of the lost sheep. Jesus chose this beautiful, simple story to help his listeners understand His compassion and love for them.

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Jesus Walked on Water Story Illustration

The miracle of Jesus walking on the water is an important demonstration of Jesus’ power over nature. This miracle revealed that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. This colorful story illustration will help kids remember that Jesus was no ordinary man.

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Jesus Helped a Little Girl Story Illustration

When Jesus raised a young girl from the dead, he put to rest the doubts of those around Him. This colorful story illustration will help young children remember that Jesus was no ordinary man and he did extraordinary things.

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Prophets Told About the Messiah Story Illustration

Jesus’ birth was prophesied years and years before he was born. It was important that his birth should fulfill all of the details of the prophecy. God made sure that it did. This illustration will help children remember that Jesus’ birth was no accident.

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Joseph Helped the Pharaoh Story Illustration

Once Joseph was in Egypt, God continued to reveal His plan for Joseph’s life. God was in charge of Joseph’s life! This story illustration will remind children of how God used Joseph to help the King of Egypt and all of the people survive the famine.

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Joseph and His Family Story Illustration

In Genesis 45, Joseph had reason to be angry with his older brothers, but Joseph chose the path of forgiveness and love rather than hatred and revenge. This story illustration, based on Genesis 45, encourages kids to forgive when others have hurt them.

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Esther and the King Story Illustration

The story of Esther and the King is a miraculous story of God’s providence. This story illustration will help children to remember the promise that God knows our circumstances and cares about what happens to us.

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Joseph Told About Jesus Story Illustration

Joseph was chosen to be Jesus’ earthly Father. Joseph was also one of the first people to know that Jesus was on his way. This story illustration will help kids learn about Joseph and see that God is in control of all circumstances in our lives.

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