Bible Verses About Children — The Complete KJV Guide
The complete KJV guide to children, blessing, and raising them in the Lord
Find KJV Bible verses about children and parenting. Scripture on raising godly children, the blessing of kids, and teaching them God's ways.
"Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward." — Psalm 127:3 (KJV)
Children are a heritage from the Lord, a blessing and a gift. The Bible provides wisdom for raising children in the fear and admonition of the Lord. These verses speak to the value of children, the responsibility of parents, and the importance of spiritual training from an early age.
The complete KJV guide to children, blessing, and raising them in the Lord
What the Bible says about children
Children are described in the KJV as a heritage of the LORD and as arrows in the hand of a mighty man (Psalm 127:3-5). The language is one of gift and of purpose. Jesus intensified this by rebuking the disciples who kept children away and by setting a child in the middle of an argument about greatness (Matthew 18:1-6).
Teaching faith at home
Deuteronomy 6 places instruction in the ordinary rhythm of the day — sitting, walking, lying down, rising up — rather than in a formal lesson. Proverbs 22:6 adds direction over time, and 2 Timothy 1:5 shows faith travelling through a grandmother and a mother to Timothy. The biblical model of children's discipleship is repetition inside daily life.
Praying for children
Hannah's prayer, Job's early-morning sacrifices, and the Syrophoenician mother's persistence all show parents bringing children to God before bringing them anywhere else. Scripture also gives parents words when a child is far off: the father in Luke 15 waits, watches, and runs. That parable has comforted more parents than almost any other passage.
How to use this page
Pick one short verse below that a child in your life could memorise this week, and one longer verse for you to pray over them tonight. Say the child's name inside the verse as you pray it. Then follow the links to the kids' section for printable verse cards and simple devotions built from the same passages.
"Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me."
— Psalm 51:10 (KJV)
'Create in me a clean heart' teaches children to pray for inner change. Self-awareness and repentance learned young produce mature adults.
Most-searched children verses
Proverbs 22:6
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Numbers 6:24-26
The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.
Proverbs 22:6
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
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Words, places & holidays
Blessing (בְּרָכָה (Berakah))
God's favor, empowerment, and good gifts spoken or bestowed upon His people
Inheritance (κληρονομία (klēronomia))
The portion received as an heir — God's promised blessings for His children.
Blessing (Eulogia) (εὐλογία (eulogia))
Good words spoken — divine favor, praise, and the bestowal of God's goodness.
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10 Scriptures About Children
Psalm 127:3
"Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward."Read in context
Proverbs 22:6
"Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it."Read in context
Matthew 19:14
"But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven."Read in context
Deuteronomy 6:6-7
"And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up."Read in context
Ephesians 6:4
"And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord."Read in context
Proverbs 17:6
"Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers."Read in context
Mark 10:14
"But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God."Read in context
Psalm 103:13
"Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him."Read in context
Proverbs 29:17
"Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul."Read in context
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What Does the Bible Say About Children?
The Bible presents children as a blessing and heritage from the Lord (Psalm 127:3). Jesus welcomed children, saying, 'Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven' (Matthew 19:14). Scripture places great responsibility on parents to raise children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4), teaching them God's Word diligently (Deuteronomy 6:6-7). Children represent innocence, teachability, and trust — qualities Jesus said are essential for entering God's kingdom.
Raising Children According to Scripture
Proverbs 22:6 instructs, 'Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.' Biblical parenting involves loving discipline (Proverbs 13:24), consistent instruction in God's Word, modeling godly character, praying for and with your children, and creating a home environment where faith is lived out authentically. Parents are called to nurture without provoking (Colossians 3:21), combining firmness with tenderness.
A Prayer for Children
Lord, bless the children in my life. Give me wisdom to guide them, patience to nurture them, and faith to trust You with their futures. Help me to teach them Your ways and model Your love. Protect them, Lord, and draw them to Yourself from an early age. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Frequently Asked Questions About Children in the Bible
What does the Bible say about raising children?
The Bible calls parents to train children in God's ways (Proverbs 22:6), teach Scripture diligently (Deuteronomy 6:6-7), provide loving discipline (Proverbs 13:24), and nurture without provoking to anger (Ephesians 6:4). The goal is to raise children who know, love, and follow God.
What is the best Bible verse about children?
Psalm 127:3 is beloved: 'Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.' Matthew 19:14, where Jesus welcomes children, is also widely cherished.
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