32 Verses about Children

There are many Bible verses about children. God loves children very much and He has written in many verses regarding children and said to treat children well and train them well. In addition, there are many other Bible verses related to children. Promises and forecasting in terms of children are stated in the Bible. Some important personalities are also mentioned. Abraham and Sarah were deprived of the blessing of children. They used to ask God for children. God had promised them and said that He will give them a beautiful blessing like children. When they reached their old age, God gave them a sweet child in the form of Isaac.

Similarly, the sons of Isaac are mentioned as a prayer and the birth of their children was also a special promise and God blessed them with twins. One is Esau and the other is Jacob. God also promised Jacob and made his children into 12 tribes of Israel. If we talk about Moses, it was the child who was thrown into the river to save him from being killed by Pharaoh. Moses was brought up by Pharaoh’s daughter. This suggests that God protects children. Samuel‘s parents were not having children; they promised God that if they had children, they would be dedicated to God. God gave them Samuel in return for this prayer. His parents then dedicated him to the path of God. God also blessed children with a lot of wisdom, one of which is mentioned by Solomon. Solomon became king from childhood and God blessed him with excellent wisdom. The most important is the mention of Jesus Christ. This was the child who was born without a father and became the salvation of humanity.

Children Are The Blessings of God

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Old-Testament

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Psalm 127:3-5

Verse

Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are children born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their opponents in court.

Explanation

In this verse it is mentioned about a blessing like children. This verse says that children are a great blessing and it makes a person complete like many arrows are filled in a bow. Having children gives his father strength and he is not afraid to face his enemies due to this power.

Book

Old-Testament

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Genesis 33:5

Verse

Then Esau looked up and saw the women and children. “Who are these with you?” he asked. Jacob answered, They are the children God has graciously given your servant.

Explanation

Isaac had two sons, the elder son’s name was Esau and the younger son’s name was Jacob. Jacob was a smart person. Jacob and Isaac’s wife Rebekah took Esau’s blessing together. Because of which Esau became the enemy of Jacob’s life. Yaqub ran away from his homeland. When he came back to meet Esau, he had a family and children. Esau had forgiven his brother. He asked Jacob, who are these people with you? Jacob said to Esau that these are the blessings given by God, these are my children.

Book

New-Testament

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Matthew 18:5

Verse

And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.

Explanation

The message of Jesus is told in this verse. Jesus said that children are very important. Those who happily include their children in their lives means that they have included Jesus in their lives. This verse explains the importance of children.

Teaching Children About God

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Old-Testament

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Proverbs 22:6

Verse

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Explanation

It has been taught in this verse that we should guide children on the right path from childhood and introduce them to God. We should teach them from childhood, when they grow up, they will not stray from the right path.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Verse

These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

Explanation

In this verse, Jesus (peace be upon him) is advising and saying that the message that Jesus conveys to the people and the teachings that he teaches should be remembered by everyone and they should also give these teachings to their children. When the children are lying with them or walking with them on the road, in whatever condition the person is with their children, they should also familiarize their children with the teachings of Jesus.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Ephesians 6:4

Verse

Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Explanation

In this verse, parents have been advised and it has been said that they should not be angry with their children because of their misdeeds, but should understand them with love and affection. They should told about God in their life. What children learn when they are young, they practice in adulthood.

Love of God For Children

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New-Testament

Reference

Matthew 19:14

Verse

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Explanation

In this verse, the importance of children is mentioned. Jesus says, Let the children come to me and do not stop them. God loves their innocence and they will be in God’s garden. This verse explains the innocence and importance of children.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Mark 10:13-16

Verse

People were bringing little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them, but the disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” And he took the children in his arms, placed his hands on them and blessed them.

Explanation

It is mentioned in this verse that when people brought their children to Jesus and Jesus placed his hands on their heads, some disciples of Jesus were there and they stopped these children. Jesus forbade all this and said. Children will be in the garden, so don’t stop them. They are very innocent. Jesus loved them very much and took them in his arms.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Isaiah 54:13

Verse

All your children will be taught by the Lord, and great will be their peace.

Explanation

It is mentioned in this verse that children do the same actions and learn the same things that their parents do. Therefore, their parents should do good deeds so that their children also become good. When this happens, the life of these people will be very beautiful and peaceful.

Children’s Role in Obeying Parents

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New-Testament

Reference

Ephesians 6:1-3

Verse

Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise—“so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.”

Explanation

Children are admonished and told that God commands children to be kind to their parents and obey their orders so that their lives are long and they live the best life. God has declared the right of parents over children.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Colossians 3:20

Verse

Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.

Explanation

In this verse, God has given a message to the children that if they want God to be pleased with them, they should obey the orders of their parents and treat them well. If a child obeys the orders of his parents, God is pleased with him.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Proverbs 1:8-9

Verse

Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck.

Explanation

In this verse, children are told that when their parents advise and explain to them, children should follow their advice and value their words because the words of their parents are very important for children. In the verse, these words have been described in such a way that they are about the crown and the necklace of the neck.

Children’s Innocence And Faith

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Matthew 18:2-4

Verse

He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

Explanation

In this verse Jesus says to be humble. In this verse, the example of a child is described as Jesus makes the child stand among the people and says that the person can enter the garden of God who adopts humility like children and avoids arrogance. Arrogant will not enter paradise.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Luke 18:16-17

Verse

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”

Explanation

This verse also teaches us that we should be humble like children because if we become humble and gentle, God will admit us into His garden. God loves humility and does not like arrogance at all.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

1 Corinthians 14:20

Verse

Brothers and sisters, stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be adults.

Explanation

This verse is about the apostle Paul is giving advice and saying that we should be like children in evil, while we should not become children in wisdom. We should refrain from doing evil and act bravely and wisely in doing good.

Children’s Care And Protection

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New-Testament

Reference

Matthew 18:10

Verse

See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.

Explanation

In this verse, it is taught to honor and respect children. In this verse, it is said that children are close to God and God appoints angels to protect them. These angels protect children. Children are God’s blessing and God loves children very much.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Psalm 91:11

Verse

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.

Explanation

In this verse, God has told that He loves children very much. God appoints angels to protect every righteous and dear servant. Angels protect these people in every difficult time and protect them from external evil.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Isaiah 49:15

Verse

Can a mother forget the baby at her breast and have no compassion on the child she has borne? Though she may forget, I will not forget you!

Explanation

God is expressing His mercy in this verse and He says that a mother never forgets her child, how can she ever forget her nursing child or the child in her womb. He loves the child more than the mother. It may happen that the mother leaves the child, but God will never leave him.

Children Are Example of Trust

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Matthew 18:3-4

Verse

And he said: Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.

Explanation

Small children are truthful and they are very humble and innocent. In this verse, it is advised that we should be like children, should be humble and have a soft heart and should never tell lies. If we become like these children, God will enter us into His garden.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Mark 9:36-37

Verse

He took a little child whom he placed among them. Taking the child in his arms, he said to them, “Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.”

Explanation

It is said in this verse that if a person accepts a child and respects and values ​​it, he has indirectly accepted God and Jesus as well.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

1 Peter 2:2

Verse

Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation.

Explanation

In this verse, the example of a milk-drinking child is described. A milk-drinking child desires to drink milk and he thrives by drinking milk. In the same way, it has been advised to become like that child who wants to drink milk. Milk is likened to the Word of God in the verse and teaches that spiritually a person should strive to obtain the Word of God, then God will promote him.

Children’s Growth by Praying

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Luke 2:40

Verse

And the child grew and became strong; he was filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was on him.

Explanation

The child who is being mentioned in this verse is Jesus. When he was small, God raised him spiritually and physically and blessed him with wisdom. In this verse it is taught that the best upbringing of a child is very important. If God’s grace is also included in this upbringing, then the person is spiritually and physically healthy.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

Philippians 1:9-11

Verse

And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ to the glory and praise of God.

Explanation

This verse is the prayer of the Apostle Paul which he prayed for the good servants. The apostle said that God should give love and understanding to his good servants so that they can do good deeds. Apostle Paul knew that if a person’s spiritual life is good, he can get close to God. He made this prayer for other people and said that until the Day of Resurrection, those people should be free from sins like Jesus Christ.

Teaching Children in Loving Manner

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Proverbs 13:24

Verse

Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them.

Explanation

In this verse, it is mentioned about such parents who use cane on their children, those parents do not love their children and they cannot train them well. In the same way, parents who teach their children with love, then train their children in the best way.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Proverbs 29:15

Verse

A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother.

Explanation

It is mentioned in this verse that if a child is brought up with wisdom, it creates wisdom in the child. If this child is left open and not trained, he will one day bring shame to his mother. The training of such a child is not good. Therefore, it should be done wisely and children should be trained well.

Promises For Children’s Growth

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Old-Testament

Reference

Jeremiah 29:11

Verse

For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Explanation

In this verse, God has said that He knows the good of His servants, so whatever He does is good for His righteous servants. God’s purpose is never to harm his innocent and good servants but to improve their future.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Isaiah 44:3

Verse

For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and streams on the dry ground; I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring, and my blessing on your descendants.

Explanation

In this verse, God has promised and said that I will soon pour water on the dry and thirsty land and I will send my mercy on your children and there will be good things everywhere, my grace will be on your family and good crops will grow.

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Old-Testament

Reference

Psalm 102:28

Verse

The children of your servants will live in your presence; their descendants will be established before you.

Explanation

In this verse, God has promised His righteous servants and comforted them and said that righteous servants will remain forever, even their generations will remain. God will promote them and place them in high places.

Encouragement of Children

Book

New-Testament

Reference

1 Timothy 4:12

Verse

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.

Explanation

In this verse there is advice and encouragement for young children. God tells them that they should not be afraid of people’s words. Let them do what they say. But you should do such things that your life becomes an example of faith, love and purity.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Psalm 119:9-11

Verse

How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

Explanation

In this verse, it is mentioned about the young children how they stay on the straight path. Those who fear God and receive the teachings of God’s word, it is not difficult for them to walk on the straight path. They stay away from sins and vices and do good deeds.

Book

New-Testament

Reference

James 1:22

Verse

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.

Explanation

In this verse, the children are advised not only to listen to the teachings, but also to follow them. They should listen to the teachings and put them into practice. This is the sign of a true believer. If you only listen to words and do not act, you are deceiving yourself.

Children as a Source of Joy

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Proverbs 17:6

Verse

Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.

Explanation

In this verse, a family system is described and it is said that children are a very important part of a family. For children, their grandparents are like crowns. They love them very much. Similarly, children love their parents. They give great respect and fulfill their orders.

Book

Old-Testament

Reference

Psalm 113:9

Verse

He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children. Praise the Lord.

Explanation

This verse mentions the mercy of God and the blessing of children. God, by His mercy, can give blessings like children to any childless person. In this verse, a barren woman is mentioned and it is said that God, by His mercy, can give blessings like children to this woman, nothing is impossible for him.

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

By reading the verses of the Bible about children, we realize that children are very important to God. God teaches us to be innocent and good like children and says that we should be humble like them and should not be arrogant. In terms of training children, it has been taught in the Bible that parents should do good deeds and encourage children to do good deeds. Children are a great blessing from God. They bring joy to homes and God loves children very much.