The Widow’s Oil: Find & Color Bible Activity

Description

The Widow’s Olive Oil: Find & Color Bible Activity

Teach children about God’s miraculous provision with this engaging Find & Color worksheet based on the story in 2 Kings 4:1-7. In the story, a widow is told by the prophet Elisha to pour her little jar of oil into many empty vessels. God multiplies it until every jar is full! This activity helps kids spot and color elements from the story, connecting them visually and spiritually to the lesson.

What’s Inside

This printable worksheet includes:

• A detailed scene showing the widow, her sons, and jars of oil

• Hidden objects connected to the story (e.g. a jar, a hand pouring oil, one of the sons)

• Blank squares beneath the icons to match with their finds

• Space for coloring the full illustration

Why It’s Good for Kids & Classrooms

• Encourages careful observation and attention to detail

• Reinforces storyline and memory of 2 Kings 4:1-7

• Combines scripture with a fun, hands-on task

• Ideal for Sunday school, children’s ministry, homeschooling, or small groups

How to Use It (Step-by-Step)

1. Begin with the Bible text — Read or retell 2 Kings 4:1-7 so children understand what happens in the story.

2. Introduce the key symbols — Show what to look for (the jar, pouring oil, one of the sons) and explain their significance.

3. Distribute the worksheets — Ask the children to find each icon in the big illustration and color them.

4. Review together — Have them point out where they found each object. Guide a short discussion:

   • Why did Elisha ask her to borrow empty jars?

   • How did God multiply the oil?

   • What does this teach us about trusting God even when we have little?

5. Optional extension — Let children draw additional jars or write/draw what God has provided for them in “empty jars” in the margin.

This simple but meaningful activity helps children see that God can take what seems small and make it abundant. Use it in your next Bible class or as a take-home exercise and watch how children’s faith can grow through both visual and active learning.