Bible Lesson Activities About Forgiveness

To forgive means to cancel the debt an individual owes because he or she committed an offense. God is the ultimate Forgiver, and He forgives on the basis of Jesus' shed blood on the cross. People who have been forgiven by God are also to forgive others. The kids Bible lesson activities below highlight Bible stories in which forgiveness is an important theme. Even young children can begin to grasp the concept of forgiveness, as well as its importance.

The Prodigal Son Word Tiles

These word tiles, properly placed, communicate an important truth highlighted in Jesus’ parable of the lost son: “The Father forgave his son.” God will forgive us as well when we come to him and are sorry for our sins. Use this activity to help your children learn about God’s love and forgiveness.

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The Lost Son Word Line Up

Unscramble 11 words in this puzzle called a word line up, and you will have discovered a 12th. Each one—especially the 12th—is an important element in Jesus’ parable of the lost son. Your children will love this activity!

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Find Your Way to Jesus' Tomb Maze

Find Your Way to Jesus’ Tomb Maze

Working this Find Your Way to Jesus’ Tomb Easter Sunday maze will help children remember that Mary found her way to Jesus’ tomb on the first Easter Sunday morning, and learn that the tomb was empty! Jesus really was alive and is still alive today!

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Zacchaeus Match Game

Zacchaeus Match Game

This Zacchaeus Match Game, based on Luke 19:1-10, can help children understand that Jesus died for all people, no matter what they have done.

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Zacchaeus Met Jesus Spot the Differences

Zacchaeus Met Jesus Spot the Differences

This Zacchaeus Met Jesus Spot the Differences activity, based on Luke 1:1-10, can help children understand that Jesus died for all people, no matter what they have done.

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Zacchaeus Crossword Puzzle

Zacchaeus Crossword Puzzle

This Zacchaeus Crossword Puzzle, based on Luke 19:1-10, can help children understand that Jesus died for all people, no matter what they have done.

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Zacchaeus Word Scramble

Zacchaeus Word Scramble

This Zacchaeus Word Scramble activity, based on Luke 19:1-10, can help children understand that Jesus died for all people, no matter what they have done.

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Zacchaeus Met Jesus Word Search

Zacchaeus Met Jesus Word Search

In this fun word search relating to Zacchaeus’s encounter with Jesus, children are encouraged to find ten terms that reflect key elements of the story.

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