Bedtime stories
Bedtime Bible Stories for Kids
Bedtime Bible stories are a lovely way to end the day calmly. A short story about God's love, read just before sleep, helps children feel safe, loved and ready to rest.
We have chosen 11 gentle stories from My First Bible that suit children aged 3 to 7. They include God creating the world, a promise in the stars for Abraham, baby Moses being saved, and Samuel hearing God's voice at night. From the New Testament there are the shepherds visiting baby Jesus, Jesus welcoming the children, the lost sheep being found, and Jesus calming the storm.
Each story has a free page with a short summary, a picture and discussion questions. At bedtime, pick just one question, talk quietly together, and finish with a short prayer.
11 stories in this topic
Story 1
God Creates the World
Genesis 1:1–31
Story 2
Adam and Eve
Genesis 2:4–25
Story 7
A Promise in the Stars
Genesis 15:1–6; 21:1–7
Story 11
Baby Moses Is Saved
Exodus 2
Story 17
Samuel Hears God's Voice
1 Samuel 3:1–21
Story 24
Jesus Is Born
Luke 2:1–7
Story 25
The Shepherds Come to See Jesus
Luke 2:8–20
Story 30
Jesus Calms the Storm
Mark 4:35–41; Luke 8:22–25
Story 31
Jesus Feeds Many People
Matthew 14:13–21; John 6:1–13
Story 32
Jesus Welcomes the Children
Mark 10:13–16
Story 34
The Lost Sheep
Luke 15:1–7
Tips for parents
- Read slowly in a soft voice and dim the lights so your child can settle.
- Feel free to reread a favourite story, because young children love hearing the same story again and again.
- End with one simple question, such as which part of the story they liked best.
Frequently asked questions
Why are these stories good for bedtime?
We picked stories with calm, reassuring messages about God's love and care, and left out stories that might feel frightening at night. They are short, illustrated and written for children aged 3 to 7, so they suit a quiet moment before sleep.
Are there questions to talk about after the story?
Yes. Every story in My First Bible comes with questions for family conversation. On the website, each story also has a free page with a short summary, a picture and discussion questions. At bedtime, one or two questions are usually plenty.
Can I read these bedtime stories in English?
Yes. The book is Kiswahili-first and has an English edition, My First Bible. You can find the book on Amazon, in whichever language your family uses at bedtime.