METHUSELAH — The Man Who Walked With God for a Very Long Time

Bible Setting: Genesis 5

Methuselah is one of the most famous people in the Bible because of one incredible fact—he lived longer than anyone else! The Bible says Methuselah lived 969 years, making him the oldest person recorded in history. His long life connects him to some of the most important early stories in the Bible.

Methuselah was the son of Enoch, a man who walked so closely with God that God took him to heaven without dying. From his father, Methuselah learned the importance of faith and obedience. Methuselah later became the grandfather of Noah, the man God used to save the world from the great flood. This means Methuselah lived during a time when people were turning away from God—but he stayed connected to the faithful family line.

Even though the Bible doesn’t tell many details about his life, Methuselah’s long years were a sign of God’s patience. God waited many generations, giving people time to repent before the flood came. Methuselah lived right up until the year the flood began.

Methuselah teaches kids that faith can be passed down through families. His story reminds us that every person—even those mentioned only briefly—plays a role in God’s bigger plan. He shows that staying close to God helps guide the generations that follow.

Methuselah represents endurance, legacy, and long-lasting faith. When kids hear his story, they learn that a faithful life can bless many generations.