Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Children And Death?
10 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Children And Death in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about children and death. This collection of 11 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Children And Death
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- 4Matthew 18:1
“At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”
KJV - 5Matthew 19:14
“But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”
KJV - 6John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
KJV - 7John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
KJV - 8Romans 8:38
“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,”
KJV - 9Romans 14:8
“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.”
KJV - 10Revelation 21:4
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Children And Death? (2 Verses)
“Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.”
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. wounds: Heb. griefs”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Children And Death? (8 Verses)
“Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.”
“At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”
“But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come,”
“For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.”
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Children And Death
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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 children and death. 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 children and death 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 children and death 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 children and death needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about children and death 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 children and death, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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