Jesus Obeyed God – Baby Bible Lesson

• Matthew 4:1–11
• Age Group: 0–2 years

About This Baby Bible Lesson

This free printable baby Bible lesson gently introduces babies and toddlers to the Bible account of Jesus obeying God during His time in the desert, based on Matthew 4:1–11. Using simple language, repeated phrases, movement, music, and sensory exploration, little ones begin to experience the truth that Jesus listened to God and chose what was right.

Rather than focusing on temptation itself, this lesson centers on obedience, trust, and God’s Word, helping babies associate Scripture with safety, goodness, and loving guidance.

Designed especially for ages 0–2, this lesson supports early faith formation through calm, nurturing, relationship-based experiences led by attentive adults.

Bible Focus

“Jesus obeyed God.”

Through gentle repetition, comforting actions, and sensory activities, babies begin to hear and experience this truth. Over time, repeated exposure helps children associate God’s Word with trust, security, and loving boundaries.

Watch & Sing Along

This lesson includes a simple action song set to a familiar tune, encouraging joyful participation through sound, rhythm, and movement. Singing together helps reinforce key truths in a warm and engaging way.

What Your Baby Will Learn

• Jesus obeyed God
• God’s Word is good and true
• Jesus said “no” to what was wrong
• God takes care of Jesus
• Obeying God is safe and loving

How This Lesson Works

Trueway Baby lessons are designed to be short, gentle, and repeatable. Each session includes:

• One simple spoken key phrase
• A gentle action song
• One clear sign language action
• A hands-on sensory play experience
• High-contrast Bible cards for visual focus
• A short, simple prayer

Sessions are flexible and baby-led, allowing caregivers to follow each child’s cues and respond with warmth, reassurance, and calm repetition.

Perfect For

• Nursery
• Church crèche
• Home playtime
• Parent & toddler groups

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