Free Matthew 7:24 Coloring Page – Build on the Rock

Description

This printable colouring page features the verse from the Sermon on the Mount: “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” (Matthew 7:24) 
It’s a great visual tool for children to engage with the idea of building a life on a strong foundation — not only in buildings but in faith and obedience. Perfect for Sunday School, homeschool, quiet activity or Christian kids’ craft time.

What’s inside

On this worksheet you’ll find:

• Large bold text of the phrase “WISE MAN BUILT HIS HOUSE ON THE ROCK. Matthew 7:24” — easy for children to read and colour.

• A simple illustration of a house built on a rock with waves or stormy water or slopes around—emphasising the contrast between a stable foundation and instability.

• Clear outlines and simple shapes to colour (the rock, the house, waves/ground, rays of light or background lines) making it suitable for younger children.

• Plenty of blank or open spaces allowing kids to personalise the page — colour in the rock, house, waves, decorate border or doodle around.

Why it’s useful

• Scripture memory & understanding: This worksheet reinforces Matthew 7:24 and helps children remember its key message: hearing Jesus’ words and doing them builds a life that stands.

• Reflection & discussion: The visual metaphor of building on rock offers opportunities to ask children: On what are we building our lives? What happens if we build on sand (or unstable ground)?

• Fine-motor skills & creativity: Colouring supports skill development—children choose colours for the house, rock, waves, background, and get the satisfaction of a finished piece.

• Versatile for age groups:

  • Younger kids: just colour and say the verse aloud.

  • Older kids: can write down one “foundation choice” they will make this week (e.g., be honest, help others, pray).

• Ideal for group and home settings: Use during a lesson about Jesus’ teachings, foundation in faith, facing life’s storms, or as a take-home reminder of what faith means in action.

How to use it

1. Print the worksheet on standard A4 or letter size paper.

2. Introduce the verse: Read Matthew 7:24 together: “Therefore everyone who hears my words and does them is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Explain simply: The “house” in the picture stands for our life, and the “rock” stands for the foundation (Jesus’ words/obeying Him).

3. Colour time: Invite children to colour the house, the rock, waves (if depicted), background stripes or rays, clouds or sky. Encourage them to think: “This house is my life—what colours will I use to show a strong foundation?”

4. Reflection/discussion prompt: After colouring, ask questions such as:

   • What does it mean to build on a rock instead of sand?

   • What kinds of things might shake a house built on sand (life’s storms)?

   • How can you build your life on Jesus’ words this week?

5. Display or take-home: Encourage children to hang their finished colouring page in the classroom, home, or on a fridge as a reminder.

6. Optional extension:

   • Have children write their “foundation promise” below the picture: e.g., “I will tell the truth,” or “I will pray when I’m afraid.”

   • Use it alongside a craft: create a “foundation poster” where kids draw other rocks or bricks labelled with things like “kindness,” “honesty,” “love,” and glue them around the house.

   • Link with a short lesson: this verse concludes the Sermon on the Mount—Jesus calls for hearing and doing, not just listening.

Print this free “Wise Man Built His House on the Rock” colouring page today and invite your children to colour, reflect and build wisely — helping them realise that when they build their lives on Jesus’ words, their “house” will stand strong.