Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Our Children?
9 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Our Children in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about our children. This collection of 9 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 9 Verses About Our Children
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- 2Proverbs 13:24
“He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”
KJV - 3Proverbs 17:6
“Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
KJV - 4Proverbs 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 - 5Proverbs 29:15
“The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.”
KJV - 6Isaiah 54:13
“And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.”
KJV - 7Matthew 18:10
“Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.”
KJV - 8Mark 10:13
“And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.”
KJV - 9Ephesians 6:4
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
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Subtopics of Our Children
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Our Children? (6 Verses)
“Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”
“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.”
“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”
“The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.”
“And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Our Children? (3 Verses)
“Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.”
“And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.”
“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Our 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 our 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 our 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 our 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 our children needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about our 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 our 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 Our Children?
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