Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Marriage And Children?
15 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Marriage And Children in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about marriage and children. This collection of 19 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Marriage And Children
- 1Genesis 1:28
“And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. moveth: Heb. creepeth”
KJV - 2Genesis 2:18
“And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. meet: Heb. as before him”
KJV - 3Genesis 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 - 4Psalms 127:1
“A Song of degrees for Solomon. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. for: or, of Solomon that: Heb. that are builders of it in it”
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- 7Malachi 2:15
“And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth. residue: or, excellency godly: Heb. seed of God treacherously: or, unfaithfully”
KJV - 8Matthew 5:32
“But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.”
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- 10John 15:7
“If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marriage And Children? (7 Verses)
“And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth upon the earth. moveth: Heb. creepeth”
“And the LORD God said, It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. meet: Heb. as before him”
“Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.”
“A Song of degrees for Solomon. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. for: or, of Solomon that: Heb. that are builders of it in it”
“Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.”
“Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the LORD.”
“And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth. residue: or, excellency godly: Heb. seed of God treacherously: or, unfaithfully”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Marriage And Children? (8 Verses)
“But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.”
“But from the beginning of the creation God made them male and female.”
“If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.”
“Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.”
“Wives, submit yourselves unto your own husbands, as unto the Lord.”
“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;”
“Nevertheless let every one of you in particular so love his wife even as himself; and the wife see that she reverence her husband.”
“Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Marriage And 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 marriage and 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 marriage and 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 marriage and 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 marriage and children needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about marriage and 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 marriage and 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 Marriage And Children?
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