15 Jesus Raises Lazarus Coloring Pages That Celebrate Faith, Representation, and Quiet Wonder
Not every miracle in the Bible begins with celebration. Some begin with tears.
The story of Jesus raising Lazarus (John 11:1–44) is not just about resurrection. It is about waiting. It is about grief. It is about a God who weeps before He works.
These Jesus Raises Lazarus coloring pages are designed to help children understand both the miracle and the emotions inside the miracle — compassion, community, patience, and hope that does not rush.
A Note from Louisa (Founder of MyKidColors)
When I think about Jesus raising Lazarus, I’m honestly just in awe.
Less searching. More MEANINGFUL moments.
When kids recognize themselves on the page, coloring changes.
The Inclusive Family Coloring Collection includes 25 human-drawn illustrations centered on everyday moments — designed to make inclusion feel normal, joyful, and intentional.
Because representation shouldn’t be reserved for one month.
The part that feels most personal to me is that Jesus wept. He is the Son of God — fully powerful — yet He wept. That tells me our grief is not ignored. Our pain is not dismissed. God is not distant from our sorrow.
And then He called Lazarus out of the tomb.
That moment reminds me that what God cannot do does not exist.
I’ve had seasons that felt sealed shut — failing a major exam in pharmacy school and crying myself to sleep, wondering if I even belonged there. I prayed, studied differently, trusted God, and slowly began to rise. I ended up acing that course. I’ve faced closed financial doors that seemed final — until God opened one unexpected approval that changed everything.
Delay is not denial.
When children color these Jesus Raises Lazarus coloring pages, I don’t just want them to believe in miracles. I want them to understand grief. I want them to know that waiting does not mean God is absent.
Sometimes He weeps with us. And sometimes He calls life out of places that look impossible.
Conversation Corner: 3 Questions to Ask While Coloring
Turn this activity into a bonding moment. While your child colors, try asking these questions:
- For “Jesus Shows Compassion” (Page 5): “Jesus cried when His friend died, even though He knew He was going to bring him back. Why is it okay to feel sad and cry when we miss someone?”
- For “Family Waiting” (Page 4): “Mary and Martha had to wait a long time for Jesus to arrive. Have you ever had to wait for something you really wanted? How did it feel?”
- For “Unwrap Him” (Page 7): “Jesus asked Lazarus’s friends to help unwrap his grave clothes. How can we help our friends when they are going through a hard or sad time?”
The Collection: 15 Free Jesus Raises Lazarus Coloring Pages
We have organized these into three sets to help you teach the Lazarus bible story—from gentle scenes of compassion for toddlers to dynamic, celebratory moments for older kids.
For Little Hands: Compassion & The Open Tomb (Pages 1-5)
Best for toddlers and preschoolers. These pages focus on bold lines, emotional validation, and the core miracle.
- The Devotional Hero Page: A stunning full-page illustration of a Black Jesus raising Lazarus, perfect for a Lazarus craft preschool cover page (Page 1).
- The Miracle: Jesus calling out “Lazarus, come out!” (Page 2) and a simple empty tomb coloring page showing the large stone rolled away (Page 3).
- Love and Grief: Mary and Martha waiting together (Page 4) and Jesus comforting Mary as she grieves (Page 5)—a beautiful foundation for a Lazarus preschool lesson.
Community & The Miracle (Pages 6-10)
Perfect for elementary kids. These pages visualize the community’s reaction, teamwork, and the power of faith.
- Stepping Out: Lazarus stepping out of the tomb (Page 6) and a wonderful prompt for crafts for Lazarus story: friends helping remove Lazarus’s burial cloths (Page 7).
- The Witnesses: A diverse crowd witnessing the miracle, including a child with a mobility aid (Page 8) to use as a Lazarus worksheet.
- Faith & Praise: Jesus speaking with Mary and Martha (Page 9) and a small group praying near the tomb (Page 10), serving as highly engaging Lazarus Sunday school activities.
The Full Story: Joy & Resurrection (Pages 11-15)
Designed for older kids or quiet reflection. These scenes show detailed joy, family reunions, and the awe of resurrection.
- The Resurrection: A dynamic, glowing scene of Lazarus emerging from the tomb (Page 11)—a breathtaking resurrection coloring page.
- Community Rejoices: A large celebratory scene with embracing families (Page 12) and a sweet story of Lazarus for kids detail featuring a family pet reacting playfully (Page 13).
- The Aftermath: Wide-eyed children witnessing the miracle (Page 14) and Lazarus peacefully reunited with his loved ones in the village (Page 15) to complete your Lazarus coloring sheet collection.
Sunday School & Homeschool Ideas
Teachers and parents love using these printables as the foundation for a Jesus raises Lazarus craft for kids. Here are a few ways to extend the lesson:
- The “Unwrap Lazarus” Tissue Paper Craft: Print Page 7 (“Unwrap Him”). Have your students color the page, then use a glue stick to attach strips of real white tissue paper or gauze over Lazarus. They can practice carefully peeling it back as a tactile Lazarus bible craft.
- The Rolled Stone Activity: Use Page 3 (The Open Tomb) for a classic Jesus raised Lazarus craft Sunday school project. Have kids cut a large circle out of gray construction paper and attach it over the tomb opening with a brass fastener (brad) so they can physically “roll” the stone away!
- Mary, Martha, and Lazarus Story Puppets: Print Pages 2, 4, and 6 at half-size. Have kids cut out the figures and glue them to popsicle sticks to create a Mary Martha and Lazarus craft they can use to retell the story at home.
Why We Choose Hand-Drawn Over AI
Miracles are personal.
This story is not a stock image moment. It is eye contact between Jesus and Mary. It is Lazarus stepping forward with dignity. It is community unwrapping someone carefully, not dramatically.
That kind of nuance cannot be mass-produced.
We work with real illustrators who understand emotion, cultural detail, and restraint. Every Jesus Raises Lazarus coloring page in this set was created intentionally — clean, confident line art with space for children to slow down and reflect.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I use these pages to teach about grief without making children too sad?
We intentionally designed Page 5 (“Jesus Shows Compassion”) to validate sadness safely. Use this Lazarus coloring page to explain that crying is not a sign of weak faith. Jesus had perfect faith, and He still cried. It teaches kids that God holds our sad feelings right alongside our happy ones.
Are these suitable for an Easter resurrection lesson?
Absolutely. The story of Lazarus is the perfect precursor to Easter. You can use these free bible story coloring pages to talk about how Jesus has power over the grave, setting the stage for His own resurrection a few chapters later!
Do you have activities for other Bible stories?
Yes! If your kids enjoy this Jesus raises Lazarus Sunday school lesson collection, they will love our printables for Jesus Walks on Water and Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man.
What’s a simple craft to pair with these pages?
Create a “Through the Tomb” flap craft. Children draw Lazarus inside the tomb and then flip open the stone to reveal him standing. This pairs well with a Lazarus craft Sunday School activity.
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