Creative activities and ideas based on the biblical figure of John the Baptist (prophet)

John the Baptist was a prophet who lived in the wilderness and preached the coming of the Messiah. He is known for his baptisms in the Jordan River and his message of repentance. John baptized Jesus and recognized him as the Messiah, calling him the Lamb of God. He continued to preach and gain followers, but eventually he was arrested by Herod Antipas and beheaded. John the Baptist is an important figure in Christianity and is often referred to as the precursor or forerunner of Jesus, as he prepared the way for Jesus' ministry.

We have compiled a range of creative ideas and activities below that relate to this Biblical person. These resources are designed to help you teach important life lessons in an engaging and interactive way, whether you are a children's ministry leader, a Sunday school teacher, or a religious educator in a Christian primary school.

Our activities below are suitable for use in various settings such as church children's programs, children's ministry, catechism classes, children's services, Bible clubs, vacation Bible school, and Sunday school, and will help students understand the relevance of the Bible to their lives, and the importance of applying its teachings in practical ways.