The First Disciples for Kids: Bible Story Explained Simply
Ages 5+·5 min read·New Testament·By Faithful Kids Team·Updated August 16, 2026
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The First Disciples
Series: Jesus Begins Ministry (Episode 02 of 10) | Scripture: Matthew/Mark/Luke/John | Ages 5+
The First Disciples 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.
What Is the Story of The First Disciples for Kids?
JESUS BEGINS HIS MINISTRY — EPISODE 2 "The First Disciples" Based on John 1:35-51
If you were starting a world-changing mission, who would you pick for your team? The smartest people? The richest? The most powerful? I didn't pick ANY of those. Let me tell you how I built my crew.
It started by the Jordan River. John the Baptist — my cousin, the wild man who wore camel hair and ate locusts — he saw me walking by and shouted to his own followers: "LOOK! The Lamb of God!" Two of John's disciples heard that, and they started following me. Just like that. They left John and came after me.
I turned around and asked them, "What do you want?" They said, "Rabbi, where are you staying?" And I said, "Come and see." That's it. No application form. No interview. Just — come and see. They spent the whole day with me, and their lives were never the same.
This story comes from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John and is part of the New Testament.
What Does the Story of The First Disciples Teach Children?
The story of The First Disciples teaches children important lessons about calling, healing, compassion, faith:
This story teaches children about calling 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
"Come, follow me, and I will send you out to fish for people." — Matthew 4:19
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.
Quiz: Test What Your Child Learned
After watching the video, see if your child can answer these questions:
Who pointed to Jesus and called Him "the Lamb of God"?
John the Baptist.
What did Jesus say when Andrew and the other disciple asked where He was staying?
"Come and see".
Andrew brought his brother to meet Jesus. What was his brother's name?
Simon (Peter).
What did Nathanael say when he first heard Jesus was from Nazareth?
"Can anything good come from there?".
What convinced Nathanael that Jesus was the Son of God?
Jesus knew about him before they met — He saw him under the fig tree.
Discussion Questions for Families
Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:
What was your favorite part of the story of The First Disciples?
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 Jesus Begins Ministry Series
This story is episode 02 of 10 in the Jesus Begins Ministry series:
Faithful Kids has 300+ Bible story videos covering the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Every story is a short video lesson, designed for kids Ages 5+, with a quiz after each lesson. No ads, ever.
What is the story of The First Disciples about for kids?
The First Disciples is a story from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John. JESUS BEGINS HIS MINISTRY — EPISODE 2 "The First Disciples" Based on John 1:35-51
What age is the story of The First Disciples appropriate for?
This retelling of The First Disciples is designed for children Ages 5+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is just a few minutes long, perfect for young attention spans.
Where is The First Disciples found in the Bible?
The First Disciples is found in Matthew/Mark/Luke/John in the New Testament. It is part of the Jesus Begins Ministry series on Faithful Kids.
Is there a video of The First Disciples for kids?
Yes. Faithful Kids has a short video retelling of The First Disciples designed for children, with narration, visuals, and a comprehension quiz. Watch it here.
How can I use The First Disciples for Sunday School or homeschool?
Play the short 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 First Disciples teach kids?
The story of The First Disciples teaches children about calling, healing, compassion, faith. This story teaches children about calling in a way they can understand.
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