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. 🙏❤️
Ann Wambui (Guest) on March 26, 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."
Issa (Guest) on March 23, 2022
Faith sees the invisible, believes the unbelievable, and receives the impossible. – Corrie ten Boom
Baraka (Guest) on March 21, 2022
Titus 3:3-7 – "At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life."
Abdullah (Guest) on March 18, 2022
Acts 4:11-12 – "Jesus is 'the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.' Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved."
Stephen Kangethe (Guest) on March 13, 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."
Fikiri (Guest) on March 9, 2022
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. – Nahum 1:7
Benjamin Masanja (Guest) on February 17, 2022
Great motivation for the day! 💥
George Tenga (Guest) on February 11, 2022
So much truth in this!
Anna Mchome (Guest) on February 6, 2022
There is hope for a future, for God knows the plans He has for you
Mwafirika (Guest) on January 28, 2022
For we live by faith, not by sight. – 2 Corinthians 5:7
James Kawawa (Guest) on January 18, 2022
In His presence, there is fullness of joy
Charles Mchome (Guest) on January 13, 2022
Adding this to my favorites!
Christopher Oloo (Guest) on December 31, 2021
This quote is going straight to my favorites list!
Hassan (Guest) on December 24, 2021
Faith is not without worry or care, but faith is fear that has said a prayer. – Unknown
Jackson Makori (Guest) on December 16, 2021
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! – Philippians 4:4
Zulekha (Guest) on December 6, 2021
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
Rose Lowassa (Guest) on December 1, 2021
For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4
Alice Mwikali (Guest) on November 27, 2021
2 Corinthians 1:3-5 – "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. For just as we share abundantly in the sufferings of Christ, so also our comfort abounds through Christ."
Janet Wambura (Guest) on November 26, 2021
Such a powerful message! 💪 This quote is exactly what I needed to remind myself to stay strong and keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles in my path. It’s easy to get discouraged when life doesn’t go as planned, but this message gave me a boost of confidence and renewed determination. I love how it’s not just inspiring, but also challenges me to think about my own strength and resilience. Thank you for this reminder!
Furaha (Guest) on November 22, 2021
You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown
Kassim (Guest) on November 21, 2021
Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. – 1 John 4:8
Amina (Guest) on November 19, 2021
John 7:37-39 – "On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, 'Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.' By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified."
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on November 16, 2021
God's mercy is greater than any mistake
Mchawi (Guest) on November 15, 2021
I needed this perspective. 👀
Frank Macha (Guest) on November 14, 2021
Walk by faith, not by sight
Andrew Mchome (Guest) on November 14, 2021
This quote was the perfect reminder to stay grateful, no matter what.
Michael Mboya (Guest) on November 11, 2021
I can’t believe how much this quote resonates with my current situation.
Shamim (Guest) on November 6, 2021
Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Elizabeth Malima (Guest) on November 1, 2021
And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:19
Jane Malecela (Guest) on October 15, 2021
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still. – Exodus 14:14
Ahmed (Guest) on October 9, 2021
Galatians 5:13-14 – "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'"
George Ndungu (Guest) on September 23, 2021
Trust in His plan.
Anna Malela (Guest) on September 20, 2021
Faith grows stronger in trials
Nancy Komba (Guest) on September 16, 2021
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding
John Mushi (Guest) on September 11, 2021
Inspiring words, thank you!
Simon Kiprono (Guest) on September 10, 2021
Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. – 1 Corinthians 16:13
Mary Kendi (Guest) on August 31, 2021
Matthew 7:24-27 – "Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. But everyone who hears these words of mine and does not put them into practice is like a foolish man who built his house on sand. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell with a great crash."
Nassar (Guest) on August 27, 2021
Faith will get you through the darkest hours if you let it. – Unknown
Philip Nyaga (Guest) on August 21, 2021
1 John 3:16-18 – "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth."
Edward Lowassa (Guest) on August 12, 2021
Let your faith be bigger than your fears
Benjamin Masanja (Guest) on August 8, 2021
Faith is not the absence of fear; it is the presence of trust. – Unknown
Alice Mwikali (Guest) on July 10, 2021
The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still
Elijah Mutua (Guest) on July 10, 2021
This is such a beautiful reminder to stay positive no matter what happens.
David Chacha (Guest) on June 16, 2021
With God, all things are possible
Ruth Mtangi (Guest) on June 11, 2021
Faith grows stronger in trials
Samuel Omondi (Guest) on June 8, 2021
Matthew 28:18-20 – "Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"
Mwajabu (Guest) on June 4, 2021
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11
Nasra (Guest) on May 30, 2021
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. – Proverbs 3:5
Edwin Ndambuki (Guest) on May 16, 2021
Your faith may falter, but God’s faithfulness never will. – Unknown
Mariam Hassan (Guest) on May 13, 2021
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. – Romans 5:1
Grace Njuguna (Guest) on May 4, 2021
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. – James 4:10
Francis Njeru (Guest) on May 2, 2021
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."
Patrick Mutua (Guest) on April 28, 2021
Hebrews 13:1-3 – "Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering."
Joyce Nkya (Guest) on April 25, 2021
In faith, there is enough light for those who want to believe and enough shadows to blind those who don’t. – Blaise Pascal
Mwanakhamis (Guest) on April 6, 2021
Don’t dig up in doubt what you planted in faith. – Elisabeth Elliot
Rehema (Guest) on March 28, 2021
This one speaks to me deeply. 💖
Ramadhan (Guest) on March 21, 2021
2 Timothy 1:7-10 – "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time, but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Savior, Christ Jesus, who has destroyed death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel."
Khalifa (Guest) on March 18, 2021
Another great quote to reflect on—your blog never disappoints!
Henry Mollel (Guest) on March 15, 2021
Adding this to my favorites! ❤️
Chiku (Guest) on March 14, 2021
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. – Isaiah 26:3