Jesus was the ultimate Fisher of Men. The first 4 disciples Jesus called were mending their nets by the Sea of Galilee.
The first 2 disciples Jesus called were Simon (Peter) and Andrew. Jesus told Peter, He would make him a Fisher of Men.
Since Peter was a fisherman, Jesus knew that Peter would understand the phrase fisher of men.
He also knew that Peter would still be confused. What Jesus meant was to reel in people to His ministry and bring them to God.
Fishing next to Peter and Andrew, where 2 other brothers, John and James. John and James were in a boat mending the fishing net with their father, Zebedee.
Jesus called out to them and they left the fishing boat to follow Him.
Read the Bible story in Matthew 4:18, Mark 1:16,. However, find a more detailed Bible Story version in Luke 5:1-11.
Bible Story Fisher of Men Ideas
Jesus Calls His Disciples Mobile Craft Kids PDF
This printable mobile craft features Jesus and the Disciples on board the boat.
The boat is printed with this Bible verse:
I will make you
Fishers of Men
Matthew 14:19.
Fishers of Men Bible Lesson Activities PDF
Receive 3 Bible story lessons and activities in this 50-page Fisher’s of Men set for kids!
One Bible lesson follows Jesus and He meets Peter and Andrew casting their nets. Jesus said to them:
Come, follow me, and I will send
you out to fish for people.
Christian Bible Fishing Game for Kids PDF
Fishers of Men Coloring Pages & Memory Verse Activity
These Christian activity pages include 8 colorings pages, as well as, a Bible memory verse page.
Find additional New Testament Crafts for kids!
Jesus Christ and Disciples Fish Activities
Jesus Fisher of Men Activities for Kids PDF
This New Testament activity set includes: Bible story coloring pages, match the picture game, and so much more!
Miracles of Jesus Disciples Cast Net Craft PDF
This Bible craft is based on 2 books, Luke 5:1-11 and John 21:6-8.
Jesus Fisher of Men Craft Kids PDF
Fishers of Men Sunday School Ideas
Fishers of Men Trunk-or-Treat Church Event
Sunday school teachers could plan a real fishing trip with the children, or have a pretend play fishing expedition or Fish-themed party.
Be sure to include crafts, games, prizes and food! Below are so many fun ideas for a Sunday school Fishers of Men lesson ideas.
