This Children’s Christian story about Jonah and the giant fish shows what it means to obey God when he calls.
Children’s Christian Story – Jonah and the Giant Fish
Once upon a time, there was a man named Jonah who lived in a small, coastal town.
He was a devout follower of God, though he often tested the limits of faith. One day, God spoke to Jonah, telling him that he must go to Nineveh, a big city by the sea, and preach his word there.
But Jonah had a different plan. He was afraid of the people of Nineveh, who were known for their wickedness, so instead of obeying God, Jonah got on a boat and sailed away in the opposite direction.
As the days passed, a terrible storm arose and the ship was tossed in the rough seas.
Everyone on board was terrified, but Jonah remained calm and prayed to God for help.
The crew on the boat were afraid so they threw Jonah overboard into the deep sea.
Suddenly, an enormous whale rose out of the water and swallowed up Jonah.
Inside the whale’s stomach, Jonah remained there for three days and three nights.
During this time, he continued to pray and ask for God’s guidance.
On the fourth morning, the giant fish threw up Jonah onto the shore.
Now safe, Jonah set out to Nineveh as God had requested.
Over the course of 40 days, Jonah preached God’s love and mercy to the people of Nineveh. Through his message, they all repented from their wickedness and turned back to God.
And that is the story of how Jonah obeyed God and how God saved him from the stomach of the giant fish. It is a reminder that no matter what trials or tribulations come our way, God will always provide us with a way out.
So let us never forget the importance of faith and obedience. Jonah didn’t!
I hope you and your child enjoyed this Christian story for kids about Jonah and the giant fish and will learn more from the Bible each day.