Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Adult Children?
17 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Adult Children in the Bible
What does the Bible say about adult children? Browse 20 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Adult Children
- 1Genesis 2:24
“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”
KJV - 2Exodus 20:12
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
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- 5Proverbs 13:24
“He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”
KJV - 6Proverbs 17:6
“Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
KJV - 7Proverbs 20:20
“Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness. lamp: or, candle”
KJV - 8Proverbs 22:1
“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold. loving: or, favour is better than, etc”
KJV - 9Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Train: or, Catechise in: Heb. in his way”
KJV - 10Proverbs 22:15
“Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Adult Children? (13 Verses)
“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.”
“Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”
“My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother:”
“He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”
“Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
“Whoso curseth his father or his mother, his lamp shall be put out in obscure darkness. lamp: or, candle”
“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold. loving: or, favour is better than, etc”
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Train: or, Catechise in: Heb. in his way”
“Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
“The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.”
“Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.”
“A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Adult Children? (4 Verses)
“But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?”
“Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)”
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
“Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Adult Children
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about adult children. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about adult children and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about adult children is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on adult children needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about adult children with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about adult children, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Adult Children?
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