Bible Verses for Baby Shower Cards

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

Why this works: The definitive verse on children as God's gift — perfect for any baby shower.

"For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made."

Why this works: Celebrates God's intimate involvement in creating the baby.

"Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee."

Why this works: God knew and set apart this child before birth — profoundly personal.

"He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom."

Why this works: A tender image of God as the gentlest shepherd, carrying lambs close.

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

Why this works: Jesus welcoming children — affirming their special place in God's kingdom.

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

Why this works: Encourages the parents' role in spiritual formation — a blessing and a charge.

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

Why this works: Expresses the deepest parental aspiration — children walking in God's truth.

"Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house: thy children like olive plants round about thy table."

Why this works: A beautiful domestic image of family blessing and abundance.

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

Why this works: Promises divine teaching and peace for the child — a wonderful blessing.

"And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb."

Why this works: God's blessing on the family and specifically on the child to come.

"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."

Why this works: Angelic protection over little ones — a comforting promise for new parents.

"He maketh the barren woman to keep house, and to be a joyful mother of children. Praise ye the LORD."

Why this works: Celebrates motherhood as God's gift — especially meaningful for those who waited.