These KJV Bible verses about children reveal God’s love for every child, the importance of raising them in truth, and the blessing they are to every generation.
Children Are a Gift Entrusted to Us by God
Throughout Scripture, children are presented as one of God’s greatest blessings. They are not only gifts to families but also an important part of His plan for future generations. From the earliest pages of the Bible, God demonstrates His care for children, calling parents to teach them His ways, nurture their faith, and guide them with wisdom, patience, and love.
The Bible reminds believers that children possess great value in God’s eyes. Jesus welcomed them, blessed them, and used their humility and trust as an example of genuine faith. Scripture repeatedly encourages parents, grandparents, and spiritual leaders to raise children according to God’s Word so they may develop wisdom, character, and a lifelong relationship with Him.
These passages reveal that raising children extends beyond providing for physical needs. It includes teaching truth, modeling faith, showing compassion, and preparing the next generation to walk faithfully with God. The influence invested in a child’s life today can impact generations to come.
These verses are presented together to reveal a unified biblical perspective on children—not just isolated references
Psalms 17:14 (KJV)
From men which are thy hand, O LORD, from men of the world, which have their portion in this life, and whose belly thou fillest with thy hid treasure: they are full of children, and leave the rest of their substance to their babes.
Psalms 33:13 (KJV)
The LORD looketh from heaven; he beholdeth all the sons of men.
Psalms 36:7 (KJV)
How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.
Psalms 37:25 (KJV)
I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
Psalms 53:2 (KJV)
God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.
Psalms 127:3 (KJV)
Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.
Psalms 147:13 (KJV)
For he hath strengthened the bars of thy gates; he hath blessed thy children within thee.
Proverbs 13:22 (KJV)
A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children’s children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.
Proverbs 14:26 (KJV)
In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
Proverbs 17:6 (KJV)
Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
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Proverbs 20:7 (KJV)
The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.
Proverbs 20:11 (KJV)
Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right.
Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 31:27-28 (KJV)
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. 28. Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Isaiah 54:13 (KJV)
And all thy children shall be taught of the LORD; and great shall be the peace of thy children.
Jeremiah 1:5 (KJV)
Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.
Matthew 19:14 (KJV)
But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Ephesians 6:1-2 (KJV)
Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. 2. Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)
Ephesians 6:4 (KJV)
And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
Children remind us of God’s goodness, hope, and the future He continues to build through every generation. Scripture teaches that they are to be loved, protected, instructed, and encouraged as they grow in wisdom and faith. Every opportunity to teach God’s Word becomes an investment that reaches far beyond the present.
The Bible also reminds parents and families that they do not raise children alone. God provides wisdom, strength, patience, and grace for those who seek His guidance. As children learn to trust the Lord, they develop a foundation that can sustain them throughout life.
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, teacher, or mentor, these verses encourage you to view every child as a precious gift entrusted to your care. Through faithful instruction and Christ-like love, lives can be shaped for eternity.
These scriptures have been carefully selected to encourage families, strengthen faith, and provide biblical wisdom for raising children according to God’s Word.
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