Salt of the Earth Bible Lesson – KJV

This Salt of the Earth Bible lesson uses the King James Version (KJV) of Matthew 5:13 and is designed for teachers who prefer traditional Bible wording.

Teach children what Jesus meant by “You are the salt of the earth” with this engaging Salt of the Earth Bible lesson for children’s ministry. Designed for 2nd–5th grade, this lesson helps kids understand how God calls them to influence the world for good by living with kindness, truth, and Christ-like character.

This Salt of the Earth Bible lesson for kids includes easy-to-use Bible crafts, games, and printable activity sheets that reinforce Bible truths in memorable, hands-on ways. Children learn how salt was used in Bible times, explore the difference between being “salty” today and being salt for Jesus, and discover how forgiveness and making things right reflect Christ.

1. Salt of the Earth Coloring and Activity Sheet – KJV

Children paint or color the Bible verse picture, then use colored salt (like glitter) and glue it to the picture to make it stand out, just as we, as Christians, are to make the world a better place by reflecting Jesus in everything we do.

2. Bible Verse Activity Sheets – KJV

Children paint the Bible Verse Activity Sheet, then, while the paint is still wet, sprinkle salt over the picture to create a sparkly, textured effect.

3. Matthew 5:13 Rebus Bible Verse Game – KJV

Introduce your students to the Bible verse with this fun Reveal-the-verse Rebus Bible Game. Children take turns, turning over a sticky note to reveal part of the picture, and then try to guess the verse.

4. Salt of the Earth Relay Game

Children will love this energenic game where they race to fill a cup with salt. They learn that even though we aren’t perfect and sometimes lose our “salt”, we can still be a good example for Christ by asking for forgiveness and doing better.

All activities require minimal preparation, making it ideal for Sunday school, children’s ministry, homeschool, VBS, and Christian classrooms.

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