Pauls First Journey for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Pauls Adventures (Episode 01 of 10) | Scripture: Acts | Ages 7+

Pauls First Journey is a Bible story from Acts in the New Testament. This retelling is designed for kids ages 5 and up, using simple language they can understand and lessons they will remember.

Watch the Full Story of Pauls First Journey

Watch Pauls First Journey in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.

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Part of our Pauls Adventures series, 10 episodes covering adventure, perseverance, sharing faith, courage.

What Is the Story of Pauls First Journey for Kids?

PAUL'S ADVENTURES — EPISODE 1: PAUL'S FIRST JOURNEY Based on Acts 13-14 Series: Paul's Adventures | Episode 1 of 10 Target audience: Kids ages 7-15

Alright — it's adventure time. And I mean REAL adventure. Dangerous roads, angry mobs, false gods, and a man who just will not quit. Let's talk about Paul's very first missionary journey.

It starts in Antioch. The church is praying and fasting when the Holy Spirit speaks: "Set apart Barnabas and Saul for the work I've called them to." The church lays hands on them and sends them out. No GPS. No bodyguards. Just faith and a mission — go tell the world about me.

First stop — the island of Cyprus. They're preaching in synagogues when they run into trouble. A sorcerer named Bar-Jesus tries to turn the governor AWAY from the faith — whispering lies, twisting the truth, doing everything he can to block the message.

This story comes from Acts and is part of the New Testament.

What Does the Story of Pauls First Journey Teach Children?

The story of Pauls First Journey teaches children important lessons about adventure, perseverance, sharing faith, courage:

• Worshiping God in hard times shows real faith
• God can work miracles even in the darkest situations
• Sharing your faith can change other people's lives forever

Key Bible Verse

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel." — Romans 1:16

Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters

Paul's adventures read like an action movie: shipwrecks, prison breaks, riots, snakebites. Kids love this because it is exciting. But underneath the adventure is a lesson about perseverance. Paul never gave up, no matter what happened. When your child faces setbacks, frustration, or the temptation to quit something hard, Paul's story is the one to revisit. God does not promise an easy road, but He promises to be on the road with you.

Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned

After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:

What happened to the sorcerer Bar-Jesus when he tried to stop the governor from believing?

When Bar-Jesus tried to turn the governor away from the faith, Paul called him out and the sorcerer was struck blind — and the governor believed.

When Paul healed the lame man in Lystra, what did the crowd try to do?

The crowd was so amazed by the healing that they thought Paul and Barnabas were the Greek gods Zeus and Hermes, and they tried to offer sacrifices to them.

After Paul was stoned and left for dead outside Lystra, what did he do?

Paul got back up, walked right back into the city, and traveled to the next town the very next day to keep preaching — that is unstoppable faith in action.

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

1. What was your favorite part of the story of Pauls First Journey?
2. What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
3. How can we be more like Pauls in our own lives?
4. If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
5. What does this story teach us about trusting God?

More Episodes in the Pauls Adventures Series

This story is episode 01 of 10 in the Pauls Adventures series:

• Paul and Barnabas Split for Kids
• Paul and Silas in Prison for Kids
• Paul in Athens for Kids
• Paul in Corinth for Kids
• The Riot in Ephesus for Kids
• Pauls Farewell for Kids
• Shipwrecked for Kids
• Paul in Rome for Kids
• Pauls Legacy for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of Pauls First Journey about for kids?

Pauls First Journey is a story from Acts. PAUL'S ADVENTURES — EPISODE 1: PAUL'S FIRST JOURNEY Based on Acts 13-14 Series: Paul's Adventures | Episode 1 of 10 Target audience: Kids ages 7-15

What age is the story of Pauls First Journey appropriate for?

This retelling of Pauls First Journey is designed for children Ages 7+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is Pauls First Journey found in the Bible?

Pauls First Journey is found in Acts in the New Testament. It is part of the Pauls Adventures series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of Pauls First Journey for kids?

Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of Pauls First Journey designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.

How can I use Pauls First Journey for Sunday School or homeschool?

Play the 60-second Faithful Kids video as an introduction, then use the discussion questions above for group conversation. The built-in quiz checks comprehension. Many Sunday school teachers and homeschool parents use Faithful Kids as weekly curriculum.

What does Pauls First Journey teach kids?

The story of Pauls First Journey teaches children about adventure, perseverance, sharing faith, courage. Worshiping God in hard times shows real faith.