Road to the Cross·Matthew/Mark/Luke/John
The Betrayal for Kids: Bible Story Explained Simply
Ages 6+·5 min read·New Testament·By Faithful Kids Team
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The Betrayal for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply
Series: Road to the Cross (Episode 05 of 10) | Scripture: Matthew/Mark/Luke/John | Ages 6+
The Betrayal is a Bible story from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John 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 The Betrayal
Watch The Betrayal in our 60-second video lesson. Your child can follow along and take a quiz after to check what they learned.
Watch "The Betrayal" on Faithful Kids
Part of our Road to the Cross series, 10 episodes covering sacrifice, love, courage, Easter.
What Is the Story of The Betrayal for Kids?
THE ROAD TO THE CROSS — Episode 5: The Betrayal Based on Matthew 26:47-56 and John 18:1-12 Series: The Road to the Cross | Target audience: Ages 7-15
I had barely finished praying when I heard them coming.
Torches flickering through the olive trees. The clang of armor. The shuffle of hundreds of feet. A mob — Roman soldiers, temple guards, chief priests, elders — armed with swords and clubs, coming through the garden like an army marching to war.
My disciple. My friend. A man who had eaten at my table, heard my teachings, watched me heal the sick and raise the dead. A man I had loved for three years. He had sold me for thirty pieces of silver — the price of a slave.
This story comes from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John and is part of the New Testament.
What Does the Story of The Betrayal Teach Children?
The story of The Betrayal teaches children important lessons about sacrifice, love, courage, Easter:
- This story teaches children about sacrifice in a way they can understand
- God's love and faithfulness are visible throughout this story
- Every Bible story connects to the bigger picture of God's plan for the world
Key Bible Verse
"The one I will kiss is the man; arrest him." — Matthew 26:48
Parent's Guide: Why This Story Matters
Every Bible story is an opportunity to talk with your child about faith in a natural, low-pressure way. After watching, ask an open-ended question like 'What was your favorite part?' or 'What do you think God was trying to teach us?' These conversations do not need to be long or perfect. The goal is simply to make the Bible feel like a living, relevant part of your family's life, not something dusty on a shelf.
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Watch This Story Come Alive
See The Betrayal for Kids in a 60-second narrated video lesson your child will love. Followed by a fun quiz to check what they learned.
Watch Free for 7 DaysQuiz: Test What Your Child Learned
After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:
1. What signal did Judas give the soldiers to identify Jesus?
Discussion Questions for Families
Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:
- What was your favorite part of the story of The Betrayal?
- What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
- How can we be more like The in our own lives?
- If you were in this story, what would you have done differently?
- What does this story teach us about trusting God?
More Episodes in the Road to the Cross Series
This story is episode 05 of 10 in the Road to the Cross series:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the story of The Betrayal about for kids?
The Betrayal is a story from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John. THE ROAD TO THE CROSS — Episode 5: The Betrayal Based on Matthew 26:47-56 and John 18:1-12 Series: The Road to the Cross | Target audience: Ages 7-15
What age is the story of The Betrayal appropriate for?
This retelling of The Betrayal is designed for children Ages 6+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.
Where is The Betrayal found in the Bible?
The Betrayal is found in Matthew/Mark/Luke/John in the New Testament. It is part of the Road to the Cross series on Faithful Kids.
Is there a video of The Betrayal for kids?
Yes. Faithful Kids has a 60-second video retelling of The Betrayal designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.
How can I use The Betrayal 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 The Betrayal teach kids?
The story of The Betrayal teaches children about sacrifice, love, courage, Easter. This story teaches children about sacrifice in a way they can understand.
