The Lords Prayer for Kids: The Bible Story Explained Simply

Series: Teachings of Jesus (Episode 03 of 10) | Scripture: Matthew/Luke | Ages 5+

The Lords Prayer is a Bible story from Matthew/Luke 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 Lords Prayer

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

Watch "The Lords Prayer" on Faithful Kids

Part of our Teachings of Jesus series, 10 episodes covering love, kindness, forgiveness, prayer, wisdom.

What Is the Story of The Lords Prayer for Kids?

THE TEACHINGS OF JESUS — Episode 3 "The Lord's Prayer" Based on Matthew 6:9-13

My disciples came to me one day and asked something so simple but so important: "Lord, teach us to pray." They'd watched me pray. Early mornings on mountainsides. Late nights alone. They saw something powerful happening and they wanted in.

So I gave them a prayer. But here's what I need you to understand — I didn't give you this prayer so you could memorize it and repeat it like a robot. I gave it so you could learn how to TALK to my Father. It's a framework. A blueprint. Let me walk you through it.

"Our Father in heaven." Stop right there. Did you catch that? FATHER. Not "Dear Distant Ruler of the Universe." Father. Dad. This is personal. When you pray, you're not sending a message into empty space. You're talking to a Father who knows your name, who loves you, who's leaning in to listen.

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

What Does the Story of The Lords Prayer Teach Children?

The story of The Lords Prayer teaches children important lessons about love, kindness, forgiveness, prayer, wisdom:

• This story teaches children about love 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

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart." — Proverbs 3:5

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:

Why did Jesus teach the Lord's Prayer?

Jesus didn't want people to mindlessly repeat words. He gave the prayer as a blueprint — a pattern for real, honest conversation with the Father.

What does it mean that the prayer starts with "Our Father"?

By calling God "Father," Jesus showed that prayer is personal and relational. You're not talking to a distant ruler — you're talking to a Dad who knows and loves you.

What does "hallowed be your name" mean?

"Hallowed" means holy, sacred, set apart. Before asking for anything, Jesus taught us to start by worshipping — recognizing how awesome God is. It shifts our hearts from "give me" to "You are amazing."

When Jesus said "give us this day our daily bread," what was He teaching?

Jesus said DAILY bread — not yearly, not monthly. He's teaching us to trust God for today's needs and believe He'll show up again tomorrow. It's daily dependence.

What connection did Jesus make between God's forgiveness and our forgiveness of others?

Jesus tied these together on purpose. When you ask God to forgive you, you're also committing to forgive others. Holding grudges blocks the flow of grace. Forgiveness isn't optional in the kingdom.

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 Lords Prayer?
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 Teachings of Jesus Series

This story is episode 03 of 10 in the Teachings of Jesus series:

• The Sermon on the Mount for Kids
• The Beatitudes for Kids
• The Good Samaritan for Kids
• The Prodigal Son for Kids
• The Sower and the Seeds for Kids
• The Mustard Seed for Kids
• The Lost Sheep for Kids
• The Wise and Foolish Builders for Kids
• The Unforgiving Servant for Kids

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the story of The Lords Prayer about for kids?

The Lords Prayer is a story from Matthew/Luke. THE TEACHINGS OF JESUS — Episode 3 "The Lord's Prayer" Based on Matthew 6:9-13

What age is the story of The Lords Prayer appropriate for?

This retelling of The Lords Prayer 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 Lords Prayer found in the Bible?

The Lords Prayer is found in Matthew/Luke in the New Testament. It is part of the Teachings of Jesus series on Faithful Kids.

Is there a video of The Lords Prayer for kids?

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

How can I use The Lords Prayer 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 Lords Prayer teach kids?

The story of The Lords Prayer teaches children about love, kindness, forgiveness, prayer, wisdom. This story teaches children about love in a way they can understand.