Bible Timeline for Kids with KEY VERSES

1. Creation (Beginning of Time)

What Happened:

God made the world in 6 days—light, sky, land, plants, sun, moon, stars, animals, and people (Adam and Eve). On the 7th day, He rested.

Key Verse:

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." (Genesis 1:1)

Fun Fact:

God made everything just by speaking—like saying, “Let there be light,” and it happened!

2. Adam and Eve (Very Long Ago)

What Happened:

The first people, Adam and Eve, lived in a perfect garden (Eden). They disobeyed God by eating fruit they weren’t supposed to, bringing sin into the world.

Key Verse:

"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23)

Key Lesson:

Choices matter, and God still loved them even after they messed up.

3. Noah and the Ark (Still Very Long Ago)

What Happened:

People were being naughty, so God sent a big flood to start over. Noah built a giant boat (ark), took his family and animals inside, and they were safe.

Key Verse:

"Noah did everything just as God commanded him." (Genesis 6:22)

Key Detail:

After the flood, God put a rainbow in the sky as a promise to never flood the whole earth again.

4. Abraham (Around 2000 BC)

What Happened:

God chose Abraham to start a special family (the Israelites). God promised him as many descendants as stars in the sky!

Key Verse:

"I will make your offspring like the dust of the earth." (Genesis 13:16)

Key Fact:

Abraham trusted God and moved to a new land, even though he didn’t know where he was going.

5. Moses and the Exodus (Around 1400 BC)

What Happened:

God’s people were slaves in Egypt. Moses led them out with God’s help—splitting the Red Sea so they could escape!

Key Verse:

"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." (Exodus 14:14)

Key Event:

God gave Moses the 10 Commandments, rules to live by, like “Love God” and “Don’t steal.”

6. King David (Around 1000 BC)

What Happened:

David was a shepherd boy who became a great king. He beat a giant named Goliath with just a sling and a stone.

Key Verse:

"The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need." (Psalm 23:1)

Key Event:

God uses small people for big things when they trust Him.

7. Jesus is Born (Around 4-6 BC)

What Happened:

God sent His Son, Jesus, as a baby in Bethlehem. Angels told shepherds, and wise men brought gifts.

Key Verse:

"Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord." (Luke 2:11)

Key Fact:

Christmas celebrates Jesus’ birthday!

8. Jesus Dies and Rises (Around AD 30)

What Happened:

Jesus grew up, taught about God’s love, did miracles, then died on a cross to forgive our sins. Three days later, He came back to life!

Key Verse:

"He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." (Matthew 28:6)

Key Lesson:

Easter celebrates Jesus rising, showing He’s stronger than death.

9. The Church Begins (Around AD 30 and Beyond)

What Happened:

After Jesus went back to heaven, His friends (disciples) told everyone about Him. The church started and grew all over the world.

Key Verse:

"Go and make disciples of all nations." (Matthew 28:19)

Key Fact:

People who follow Jesus today are part of this big family!

10. The Future (Someday)

What Happened:

The Bible says Jesus will come back one day to make everything perfect—no more sadness or sin.

Key Verse:

"Look, I am coming soon!" (Revelation 22:12)

Key Hope:

We can look forward to living with God forever!

Quick Recap for Kids

- God made everything.
- People messed up, but God kept helping them (Noah, Abraham, Moses, David).
- Jesus came to save us and show us God’s love.
- One day, Jesus will come back!