Guidance for Parents: 15 Scripture Verses on Raising Children God's Way ❤️🙏
Being a parent is a beautiful and rewarding journey, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. As Christian parents, we have the incredible opportunity to raise our children in the way of the Lord, instilling godly values and teachings in their hearts. In times of confusion or uncertainty, turning to the Scriptures can provide us with the guidance and wisdom we need. Here are 15 scripture verses on raising children God's way, along with biblical examples, to inspire and encourage you on this incredible journey:
1️⃣ Proverbs 22:6 – "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it."
✝️ Biblical example: In Luke 2:41-52, we see how Jesus, even as a child, was obedient to His earthly parents and grew in wisdom and stature, pleasing both God and man.
2️⃣ Deuteronomy 6:7 – "Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up."
✝️ Biblical example: In Genesis 18:19, God commends Abraham for his faithfulness in teaching his children and his household to keep the way of the Lord.
3️⃣ Ephesians 6:4 – "Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."
✝️ Biblical example: In Matthew 3:17, we witness God's affirmation of Jesus as His beloved Son, showing us the importance of unconditional love and support in our parenting.
4️⃣ Proverbs 29:17 – "Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire."
✝️ Biblical example: In Hebrews 12:6, we learn that God disciplines those He loves, reminding us of the importance of discipline in raising our children.
5️⃣ Psalm 127:3 – "Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from Him."
✝️ Biblical example: In Genesis 33:5, we see how Jacob's children were a blessing to him, reminding us of the precious gift our children are in our lives.
6️⃣ Proverbs 23:13-14 – "Do not withhold discipline from a child; if you punish them with the rod, they will not die."
✝️ Biblical example: In 1 Samuel 3:13, Eli failed to discipline his sons, resulting in dire consequences. This serves as a reminder of the importance of corrective discipline in our parenting.
7️⃣ Colossians 3:21 – "Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged."
✝️ Biblical example: In Matthew 15:4-6, Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for not honoring their parents, emphasizing the need for respect and honor in our relationships with our children.
8️⃣ Proverbs 1:8-9 – "Listen, my son, to your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching. They are a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck."
✝️ Biblical example: In Exodus 20:12, God commands us to honor our father and mother, highlighting the significance of parental guidance and instruction.
9️⃣ Proverbs 22:15 – "Folly is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline will drive it far away."
✝️ Biblical example: In Luke 15:11-32, the parable of the prodigal son teaches us about the importance of discipline and correction in redirecting our children towards righteousness.
🔟 Psalm 103:13 – "As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him."
✝️ Biblical example: In Matthew 7:11, Jesus highlights the loving nature of our heavenly Father, reminding us of the importance of extending compassion and understanding to our children.
1️⃣1️⃣ Psalm 78:4 – "We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, His power, and the wonders He has done."
✝️ Biblical example: In Exodus 12:26-27, God commands the Israelites to pass on the story of the Passover to their children, emphasizing the significance of sharing God's goodness and faithfulness with future generations.
1️⃣2️⃣ Proverbs 13:24 – "Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them."
✝️ Biblical example: In 1 Samuel 2:22-25, we witness Eli's failure to discipline his sons, revealing the consequences of neglecting discipline in our parenting.
1️⃣3️⃣ Psalm 139:13-14 – "For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
✝️ Biblical example: In Matthew 19:14, Jesus invites children to come to Him, reminding us of the intrinsic value and worth of every child.
1️⃣4️⃣ Proverbs 29:15 – "A rod and a reprimand impart wisdom, but a child left undisciplined disgraces its mother."
✝️ Biblical example: In 1 Kings 1:6, we witness the tragic consequences of David's failure to discipline his son Adonijah, underscoring the importance of discipline in our parenting.
1️⃣5️⃣ Matthew 18:3 – "Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."
✝️ Biblical example: In Mark 10:14-15, Jesus teaches us the importance of childlike faith and humility, reminding us to nurture these qualities in our children.
🙏 May these scripture verses and biblical examples guide and inspire you as you embark on the incredible journey of raising your children in God's way. Trust in His wisdom, seek His guidance, and may His blessings be upon you and your family always. Amen. 🙏❤️
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Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this. – Psalm 37:5
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Faith is believing in something when common sense tells you not to. – Unknown
Kiza (Guest) on January 15, 2023
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12
Baridi (Guest) on January 9, 2023
You always post exactly what I need to hear. This one really spoke to me!
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Faith is the art of holding on to things in spite of your changing moods and circumstances. – C.S. Lewis
Alex Nakitare (Guest) on January 5, 2023
Even a mustard seed of faith can move mountains
Issack (Guest) on December 28, 2022
Matthew 5:3-10 – "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
Moses Mwita (Guest) on December 22, 2022
Faith is the virtue by which, clinging to the faithfulness of God, we lean upon Him, so that we may obtain what He gives to us. – Thomas Aquinas
Jaffar (Guest) on December 19, 2022
The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:7
Husna (Guest) on December 11, 2022
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead, he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. – 2 Peter 3:9
Ramadhan (Guest) on December 4, 2022
Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you. – Matthew 5:44
Elizabeth Mrema (Guest) on November 21, 2022
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. – Hebrews 11:6
Michael Onyango (Guest) on November 20, 2022
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. – Zephaniah 3:17
Anthony Kariuki (Guest) on November 18, 2022
God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. – 1 Corinthians 1:9
Janet Sumaye (Guest) on November 3, 2022
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. – Psalm 56:3
Anna Malela (Guest) on November 2, 2022
Hebrews 4:14-16 – "Therefore, since we have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."
Mariam Hassan (Guest) on October 22, 2022
Our faith grows when we acknowledge that our Father knows best and is always working on our behalf. – Beth Moore
Lucy Wangui (Guest) on October 13, 2022
I feel like this quote speaks directly to my soul. Thank you!
Nora Lowassa (Guest) on October 12, 2022
I needed this reminder today. 💭
Hamida (Guest) on October 11, 2022
Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law. – Romans 13:10
Mgeni (Guest) on October 8, 2022
Faith does not eliminate questions, but faith knows where to take them. – Elisabeth Elliot
Samson Tibaijuka (Guest) on October 3, 2022
John 14:1-3 – "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."
Makame (Guest) on September 16, 2022
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings, you will find refuge. – Psalm 91:4
Josephine (Guest) on September 14, 2022
John 16:32-33 – "A time is coming and in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me. 'I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.'"
Mariam Hassan (Guest) on September 12, 2022
Short but so impactful! ⚡ It’s incredible how a few simple words can carry so much meaning. This quote may be short, but it packs a punch, and it’s something I’ll be reflecting on for a long time. It reminds me that sometimes, the most powerful messages don’t need to be long or complicated—they just need to be real and honest. Thank you for sharing this—it’s such a powerful reminder of the importance of simplicity in life.
Mchawi (Guest) on September 7, 2022
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him. – Romans 15:13
Nancy Kawawa (Guest) on September 7, 2022
Your quotes always manage to lift my spirits, no matter the day!
Charles Wafula (Guest) on August 28, 2022
Just perfect—so motivating! 🚀
James Mduma (Guest) on August 21, 2022
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32
Alice Jebet (Guest) on August 16, 2022
Faith in God includes faith in His timing. – Unknown
Grace Minja (Guest) on August 11, 2022
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 – "Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. According to the Lord’s word, we tell you that we who are still alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord, will certainly not precede those who have fallen asleep. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever. Therefore encourage one another with these words."
Issack (Guest) on August 6, 2022
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23
Josephine Nekesa (Guest) on July 22, 2022
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 6:23
Asha (Guest) on July 16, 2022
Just what I needed to hear today! Your quotes are always so inspiring.
Nyota (Guest) on July 11, 2022
1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way, they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life."
Rahma (Guest) on July 11, 2022
John 14:1-3 – "Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."
Edward Chepkoech (Guest) on July 10, 2022
I’ve been struggling lately, but this quote gives me hope again.
Samuel Omondi (Guest) on July 8, 2022
So we say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?’ – Hebrews 13:6
Stephen Kangethe (Guest) on July 7, 2022
May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. – Philippians 4:23
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on July 3, 2022
This one speaks to me deeply. 💖 I’ve been searching for motivation and clarity, and this quote came at the perfect time. It speaks to a place in my heart that really needed healing, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt this way too. The depth and emotion behind these words are undeniable, and they’ve given me a new sense of hope. It’s amazing how a quote can connect with you on such a personal level. Thank you for this gift of inspiration!
Monica Nyalandu (Guest) on July 2, 2022
Acts 17:24-28 – "The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands. God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us. ‘For in him we live and move and have our being.’ As some of your own poets have said, 'We are his offspring.'"
David Chacha (Guest) on June 29, 2022
Romans 8:28-30 – "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified."
Emily Chepngeno (Guest) on June 20, 2022
2 Timothy 4:6-8 – "For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time for my departure is near. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing."
Biashara (Guest) on June 20, 2022
2 Corinthians 4:7-10 – "But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body."
Victor Kamau (Guest) on June 17, 2022
Galatians 3:26-28 – "So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."
Christopher Oloo (Guest) on June 15, 2022
Philippians 2:9-11 – "Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father."
Henry Mollel (Guest) on June 11, 2022
I’ve never thought about it this way before. This quote opened my eyes!
Ahmed (Guest) on June 9, 2022
How do you always find the perfect quotes for any mood? Love it!
Neema (Guest) on June 9, 2022
Amazing how a few words can make such a big difference in perspective.
Rose Waithera (Guest) on May 22, 2022
I love how this quote simplifies such a complex emotion. Perfect!
Sarah Mbise (Guest) on May 14, 2022
Romans 5:1-5 – "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us."
Daniel Obura (Guest) on May 13, 2022
Jesus said, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.' – Mark 9:23
Catherine Mkumbo (Guest) on May 5, 2022
James 3:13-18 – "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such ‘wisdom’ does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness."
Lydia Wanyama (Guest) on May 1, 2022
I’m definitely printing this out and hanging it on my wall.
Thomas Mtaki (Guest) on April 27, 2022
Faith is the bridge between where I am and where God is taking me. – Unknown
Sekela (Guest) on April 23, 2022
This really resonates with me. 💬 It’s amazing how words can connect with you on such a personal level. This quote speaks to exactly what I’ve been feeling lately, and it’s comforting to know that others have felt the same way. It’s given me a new perspective on my situation and reminded me that I’m not alone in what I’m going through. Thank you for posting something so meaningful and relatable!
Maida (Guest) on April 21, 2022
Just perfect—so motivating! 🚀 This quote speaks to my inner drive and ambition in ways that few words ever do. It’s like fuel for my spirit, pushing me to keep striving toward my goals with passion and enthusiasm. I’m feeling more motivated than ever after reading this, and I know it’s going to stick with me as a reminder to never give up, no matter how tough things get. Thank you for sharing something so energizing and encouraging!
Robert Okello (Guest) on April 11, 2022
Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always. – 1 Chronicles 16:11
Sultan (Guest) on April 11, 2022
Faith is confidence in God’s grace, in spite of everything. – Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Faith Kariuki (Guest) on April 6, 2022
Blessings to you and your family.