The Boy Who Ate Only Sprinkles

The Boy Who Ate Only Sprinkles – A Parable on Growing in God’s Word

In a bright and whimsical kitchen world filled with color and imagination, a boy named Oliver develops an unusual obsession—he wants sprinkles on everything he eats. From toast to spaghetti to breakfast cereal, nothing is complete in his eyes unless it is covered in sweet, sugary sprinkles. At first, life feels exciting and fun, but soon Oliver begins to notice something unexpected: even though everything tastes sweet, he doesn’t feel strong. He grows tired more easily, struggles to focus, and finds that something important seems missing inside him.

Confused, Oliver turns to his father, who gently explains that while sprinkles are enjoyable, they cannot provide real nourishment. Through Scripture, he teaches Oliver about spiritual growth, reading from Hebrews 5:12–14, which speaks about moving from “milk” to “solid food,” and Jeremiah 15:16, where God’s Word is described as something deeply nourishing to the heart. Oliver begins to understand that just as his body needs real food to grow strong, his heart and faith need the deeper truth of God’s Word to grow healthy and strong.

As the story unfolds, Oliver begins to change. He starts eating balanced meals, listens more attentively to Scripture, and learns to appreciate both the comforting and challenging parts of God’s truth. Over time, he discovers greater strength, focus, and joy—not from sprinkles alone, but from a deeper spiritual foundation.

This engaging parable gently teaches children that while “sweet” things may be enjoyable, true strength comes from God’s Word, which builds wisdom, courage, and lasting growth. It reinforces the idea that spiritual maturity comes from feeding on the full truth of Scripture, not just the easy or exciting parts.

The PDF includes the full illustrated parable, a Scripture-based “Lesson for Kids,” thoughtful discussion questions, a “Did You Know?” section about biblical imagery of food and growth, and creative activity pages perfect for home, school, or church use. 🍽️📖✨

A warm, imaginative reminder that God’s Word is the strongest meal of all.

Growing In God’s Word

The Boy Who Ate Only Sprinkles