Prayer Bible Crafts: Hannah, Gethsemane, Persistent Widow and Tax Collector
Prayer is one of the most important parts of the Christian life. The Bible gives children many examples of people who prayed honestly, humbly, persistently, and faithfully.
These printable Prayer Bible crafts are suitable for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children. They can be used in Sunday School, children’s church, homeschool Bible lessons, or family Bible time.
Below you’ll find four Bible craft ideas about prayer, a simple retelling of several Bible stories and parables, and a free Luke 18:1 coloring page.
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The Bible Story of Prayer
The Bible includes many stories that teach children about prayer.
One important story is the story of Hannah. Hannah wanted a child very much, and she prayed to God with deep emotion. She brought her sadness and hope to the Lord honestly. God heard Hannah’s prayer, and later she became the mother of Samuel.
Another example of prayer comes from Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. On the night before the cross, Jesus prayed to His Father. He was sorrowful and honest about how difficult this moment was, yet He chose to obey God’s will. This story helps children understand that prayer includes trust and surrender.
Jesus also taught about prayer through parables. In the Parable of the Persistent Widow, a widow kept coming to a judge and asking for justice. Because she did not give up, the judge finally answered her. Jesus told this parable to teach that people should always pray and not give up.
In the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus told about two men who went to the temple to pray. The Pharisee proudly spoke about himself, but the tax collector prayed humbly and asked for mercy. Jesus taught that humble prayer is pleasing to God.
The Bible says:
“Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.”
— Luke 18:1
These stories help children understand that prayer can be honest, humble, faithful, and persistent. God invites His people to come to Him in every situation.
Hannah’s Prayer Craft
The Hannah’s Prayer Craft helps children remember how Hannah prayed to God from the depths of her heart.
Children can color and assemble the scene showing Hannah praying with deep emotion. This craft gives children a visual way to remember that Hannah brought her sadness and hope to the Lord.
Hannah’s story teaches that we can speak honestly to God about what is on our hearts. God heard Hannah’s prayer and cared about her pain.
Best for: Preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children
Lesson theme: Bringing our hearts honestly to God
Bible passage: 1 Samuel 1:9–20
Discussion question: What can we learn from the way Hannah prayed?
Jesus Praying in the Garden of Gethsemane Craft
The Jesus Praying in the Garden of Gethsemane Craft tells the story of Jesus praying before His arrest.
Children can color and assemble the garden scene showing Jesus praying while His disciples are nearby. This craft helps them remember that Jesus talked to His Father honestly and chose to obey God’s will.
This story teaches children that prayer is not only about asking for things. It is also about trusting God, even when life feels hard.
Best for: Preschool, kindergarten, and elementary children
Lesson theme: Trusting God in difficult times
Bible passage: Matthew 26:36–46
Discussion question: What did Jesus do when He was facing something very difficult?
The Parable of the Persistent Widow Craft
The Parable of the Persistent Widow Craft helps children learn Jesus’ lesson about praying faithfully and not giving up.
Children can color and assemble the scene showing the widow speaking to the judge. The interactive design helps children retell the parable and remember the widow’s persistence.
Jesus used this story to teach that His followers should keep praying. Even when answers do not come right away, we can continue coming to God.
Best for: Kindergarten and elementary children
Lesson theme: Praying persistently and not giving up
Bible passage: Luke 18:1–8
Discussion question: Why did Jesus tell the story of the persistent widow?
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector Craft
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector Craft teaches children about humble prayer.
Children can color and assemble the scene showing the Pharisee and the tax collector praying in very different ways. This craft helps children compare prideful prayer with humble prayer.
Jesus taught that the tax collector’s humble prayer pleased God. This story helps children understand that God cares about our hearts and that we should come to Him with humility.
Best for: Kindergarten and elementary children
Lesson theme: Praying with humility
Bible passage: Luke 18:9–14
Discussion question: What was different about the way the tax collector prayed?
Free “Always Pray and Not Give Up” Coloring Page
The free Prayer coloring page features the words:
Always Pray and Not Give Up
Luke 18:1
The decorative background includes simple prayer-related illustrations such as people praying, a tree, and symbols connected with the parables in this collection.
This coloring page reminds children that prayer is something we can keep doing faithfully, because God invites us to come to Him.
This coloring page works well as:
- An opening activity while children arrive
- A quiet activity during the Bible story
- An option for younger children
- A take-home reminder of the lesson
- A free printable for parents and Sunday School teachers
