The life of Jesus,
story by story.
Whether you’re new to the Bible or have read it for years, these are the moments worth knowing. Explore the stories of Jesus organized by chapter of His life.
The life of Jesus,
Jesus’ life is recorded in four books of the Bible called the gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Four writers telling one story. Each of them noticed different things. These articles explore those stories one at a time.
Want an overview of the essential Jesus stories? Check out this guide.
Start anywhere, and you’ll find out why people are still talking about Jesus today.
Explore His Life:
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Birth & Early Life
See how Jesus prepared for His world-changing mission.
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The Birth of Jesus
Jesus enters the world with humility.
The Baptism of Jesus
Jesus chooses humility over status.
The Temptation of Jesus
Jesus rejects shortcuts to power and pleasure.
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Who He Met
See how Jesus responded to seekers, skeptics, and sinners.
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Jesus Calls the First Disciples
Jesus invites ordinary people to change the world.
The Woman at the Well
Jesus welcomes people others avoid.
Jesus and Zacchaeus
Jesus believes even villains can change.
The Woman Caught in Adultery
Jesus refuses to define people by their past.
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Miracles
See Jesus’ authority over sickness, nature, evil, and death.
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Jesus Turns Water Into Wine
Jesus keeps the party going.
Jesus Feeds 5,000
Jesus cares about people’s practical needs.
Jesus and Peter Walk on Water
Jesus’ disciples see Jesus for who He is.
Jesus Calms the Storm
Jesus has authority over any kind of chaos.
Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man
Jesus heals deeper wounds than people expect.
Jesus Raises Lazarus From the Dead
Jesus confronts humanity’s greatest fear.
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The Cross and Resurrection
See how Jesus changed history through sacrifice and victory.
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Palm Sunday
Jesus redefines what leadership looks like.
Jesus Flips Tables
Jesus has authority over any kind of chaos.
The Last Supper
Jesus prepares His friends for life without Him.
Jesus’ Death on the Cross
Jesus gives His life for others.
The Empty Tomb
Jesus’ story doesn’t end at the grave.
Where to Find the Parables of Jesus
Jesus often told short, fictional stories with big ideas called parables. If you’re looking for His parables—like the prodigal son, the good Samaritan, the ten virgins, or the shrewd manager—they have their own library:
Where to Find the ‘I Am’ Statements of Jesus
Jesus told stories and taught crowds, but He also made direct claims about who He is. In the Gospel of John, He described Himself seven times using the words “I am”—the bread of life, the good shepherd, the resurrection and the life. Taken together, they’re some of the clearest things Jesus ever said about Himself. Explore all seven: