The Great Catch of Fish for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

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

The Great Catch of Fish 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 Great Catch of Fish

Watch The Great Catch of Fish 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 Miracles of Jesus series, 10 episodes covering faith, God's power, compassion, trust.

What Is the Story of The Great Catch of Fish for Kids?

MIRACLES OF JESUS — Episode 10: The Great Catch of Fish Based on Luke 5:1-11 and John 21:1-14

Hey kids! Welcome to the FINAL episode of our Miracles of Jesus series. And I saved something really special for last — because this isn't just ONE miracle. It's TWO. The same miracle, same man, same lake — but EVERYTHING is different. And that's the whole point.

Let's start at the BEGINNING of my ministry. I was standing by the Sea of Galilee, teaching a crowd so large they were practically pushing me into the water. I spotted two boats at the shore. One belonged to a fisherman named Simon — you know him as Peter. He'd been out ALL night and caught NOTHING. Zero. Empty nets.

I climbed into his boat, asked him to push out a little, and I taught the crowd from there. When I finished, I turned to Peter and said, "Put out into deep water and let down your nets for a catch."

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

What Does the Story of The Great Catch of Fish Teach Children?

The story of The Great Catch of Fish teaches children important lessons about faith, God's power, compassion, trust:

• This story teaches children about faith 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

"Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch." — Luke 5:4

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:

In Luke 5, what had Peter been doing all night before Jesus told him to cast his nets?

Peter had been fishing all night long and caught absolutely nothing. He was exhausted and frustrated — which made the miracle even more dramatic.

What did Peter say when he saw the enormous catch of fish the first time?

Peter was so overwhelmed by the miracle that he fell to his knees and said, "Go away from me, Lord — I am a sinful man!" He felt unworthy to be near Jesus.

In John 21, after the resurrection, how many large fish were caught in the net?

The disciples hauled in a net full of exactly 153 large fish — and remarkably, the net didn't tear despite the enormous catch.

When John said "It is the Lord," what did Peter do?

Peter threw on his outer garment and jumped right into the water, swimming as fast as he could to reach Jesus on the shore. He couldn't wait.

How many times did Jesus ask Peter "Do you love me?" on the shore?

Jesus asked Peter "Do you love me?" three times — one for each of the three times Peter had denied knowing Jesus. It was a moment of complete restoration.

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 Great Catch of Fish?
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 Miracles of Jesus Series

This story is episode 10 of 10 in the Miracles of Jesus series:

• Calming the Storm for Kids
• Feeding the Five Thousand for Kids
• Walking on Water for Kids
• Healing the Blind Man for Kids
• The Raising of Lazarus for Kids
• Ten Lepers Healed for Kids
• The Demon Possessed Man for Kids
• Jairus Daughter for Kids
• The Withered Hand for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of The Great Catch of Fish about for kids?

The Great Catch of Fish is a story from Matthew/Mark/Luke/John. MIRACLES OF JESUS — Episode 10: The Great Catch of Fish Based on Luke 5:1-11 and John 21:1-14

What age is the story of The Great Catch of Fish appropriate for?

This retelling of The Great Catch of Fish 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 Great Catch of Fish found in the Bible?

The Great Catch of Fish is found in Matthew/Mark/Luke/John in the New Testament. It is part of the Miracles of Jesus series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of The Great Catch of Fish for kids?

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

How can I use The Great Catch of Fish 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 Great Catch of Fish teach kids?

The story of The Great Catch of Fish teaches children about faith, God's power, compassion, trust. This story teaches children about faith in a way they can understand.