John Bunyan and "He Who Would Valiant Be": A Hymn Story to Color

A printable, kid-friendly journey through the life, faith, and perseverance of John Bunyan.

Invite your children to step into the true story behind the hymn “He Who Would Valiant Be” with this engaging coloring page set. Through simple, meaningful illustrations, kids will discover how God worked in John Bunyan’s life—from his early years and everyday work as a tinker, to his deep trust in Jesus, his time in prison, and the writing of Pilgrim’s Progress.

This coloring set gently introduces children to big ideas in an age-appropriate way, including trusting Jesus for salvation, following Him with courage, and keeping Heaven in view—even when life is hard. Each page highlights a key moment or theme from Bunyan’s life and helps children see how faithfulness to Christ can point others to the hope of Heaven.

Designed to be both creative and thoughtful, these coloring pages are perfect for family learning, hymn study, or quiet reflection alongside the accompanying doodle hymn story.

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Thank you for supporting Hymns Illustrated! This coloring set was created to help families grow in their love for hymns, history, and Scripture in a simple, creative way. Your purchase helps make future hymn stories and resources possible.