Bible Stories for Kids › Week 20: Far from Home › Day 135

Young Jeremiah

A Bible story for kids from Jeremiah 1. Day 135 of 365.

God talked to a young man named Jeremiah. “Before you were born, I knew you and chose you to be my prophet!”

Jeremiah said, “But I'm too young! I don't know how to talk.”

God said, “Don't say you're too young. I will be with you, and I'll give you the words.” Then God touched Jeremiah's mouth.

Key Verse

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you.Jeremiah 1:5, ESV

Talk About It

Do you ever feel too young to do something for God?

Story Questions

When did God know Jeremiah?

Before he was born

What excuse did Jeremiah give?

I'm too young

What did God touch?

Jeremiah's mouth

Try This Today

Think of one thing a kid can do for God, and do it this week.

Pray Together

God, I'm not too young to follow you. Use me! Amen.