Bible Verses About Children

Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.

This verse is foundational for seeing children as a gift from God.

Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.

Scripture emphasizes the formative power of early instruction.

Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Jesus welcomes children with warmth and honor.

Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.

Parents are called to spiritually intentional care and instruction.

These words... thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children.

God's word is meant to be passed down deliberately in the home.

And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.

This verse beautifully portrays Christ's tenderness toward children.

And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.

This passage is often used in prayer over children's spiritual growth.

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth.

This verse captures the deep joy of seeing children follow truth.