The Four Fishermen for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Jesus Begins Ministry (Episode 06 of 10) | Scripture: Matthew/Mark/Luke/John | Ages 5+

The Four Fishermen 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 Four Fishermen

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

Watch "The Four Fishermen" on Faithful Kids

Part of our Jesus Begins Ministry series, 10 episodes covering calling, healing, compassion, faith.

What Is the Story of The Four Fishermen for Kids?

JESUS BEGINS HIS MINISTRY — EPISODE 6 "The Four Fishermen" Based on Luke 5:1-11

Have you ever worked SO hard at something — given it everything you've got — and still come up with nothing? That's exactly where Simon Peter was the morning I met him at the lake.

The Sea of Galilee was buzzing. Crowds of people had followed me to the shore, pressing in so close I could barely breathe. They wanted to hear the Word of God, but there was no room to teach. That's when I spotted two boats sitting at the water's edge. The fishermen were out washing their nets — tired, frustrated, and completely empty-handed after fishing ALL night long.

I climbed into Simon Peter's boat and asked him to push out a little from shore. Now picture this — his boat became my pulpit! The water carried my voice across the crowd, and I taught them right there from the waves.

This story comes from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John and is part of the New Testament.

What Does the Story of The Four Fishermen Teach Children?

The story of The Four Fishermen 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:

1. Why did Jesus get into Simon Peter's boat?

Discussion Questions for Families

Use these questions at the dinner table or during bedtime:

1. What was your favorite part of the story of The Four Fishermen?
2. What do you think God was teaching us through this story?
3. How can we be more like The 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 Jesus Begins Ministry Series

This story is episode 06 of 10 in the Jesus Begins Ministry series:

• Temptation in the Desert for Kids
• The First Disciples for Kids
• Water Into Wine for Kids
• The Woman at the Well for Kids
• Rejected in Nazareth for Kids
• Healing the Sick for Kids
• The Paralyzed Man for Kids
• Matthew the Tax Collector for Kids
• The Twelve Apostles for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of The Four Fishermen about for kids?

The Four Fishermen is a story from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John. JESUS BEGINS HIS MINISTRY — EPISODE 6 "The Four Fishermen" Based on Luke 5:1-11

What age is the story of The Four Fishermen appropriate for?

This retelling of The Four Fishermen is designed for children Ages 5+. The language is simple and age-appropriate, and the video is 60 seconds long, perfect for young attention spans.

Where is The Four Fishermen found in the Bible?

The Four Fishermen 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 Four Fishermen for kids?

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

How can I use The Four Fishermen 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 Four Fishermen teach kids?

The story of The Four Fishermen teaches children about calling, healing, compassion, faith. This story teaches children about calling in a way they can understand.