Bible Verses for New Baby Cards

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

Why this works: Children as God's reward and heritage — the quintessential new baby verse.

"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: God's intimate involvement in creating this specific child.

"He shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom."

Why this works: God gathering and carrying the littlest ones — tender and protective.

"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 this child's place in God's heart.

"Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee."

Why this works: God knew this baby before birth — known, loved, and purposed.

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

Why this works: A prayer-wish for the child's future walk with God.

"The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make his face shine upon thee."

Why this works: The priestly blessing pronounced over the newborn — comprehensive and beautiful.

"Thy children like olive plants round about thy table."

Why this works: A new olive plant added to the family table — growing, alive, and fruitful.

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

Why this works: God's teaching and peace promised for this child — a parent's greatest hope.

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

Why this works: Encouragement for the parents' new role in spiritual formation.

"Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father."

Why this works: Angelic watchfulness over little ones — comforting for new parents.

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

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