Parenting is one of life’s greatest joys and challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned parent, a new parent, or soon-to-be parent, the wisdom found in the Bible can offer guidance, encouragement, and inspiration. The King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, with its timeless language and profound insights, provides numerous verses that speak directly to the heart of parenting. In this blog post, we’ll explore more than 30 King James Version Bible verses about parenting, offering insight, wisdom, and encouragement for the journey of raising children.1. Proverbs 22:6 – “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
2. Ephesians 6:4 – “And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”
3. Proverbs 29:17 – “Correct thy son, and he shall give thee rest; yea, he shall give delight unto thy soul.”
4. Psalm 127:3 – “Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”
5. Colossians 3:21 – “Fathers, provoke not your children to anger, lest they be discouraged.”
6. Proverbs 23:24 – “The father of the righteous shall greatly rejoice: and he that begetteth a wise child shall have joy of him.”
7. Proverbs 1:8-9 – “My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother: For they shall be an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck.”
8. 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.”
9. Proverbs 17:6 – “Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
10. Psalm 103:13 – “Like as a father pitieth his children, so the Lord pitieth them that fear him.”
11. Proverbs 13:24 – “He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.”
12. Proverbs 20:7 – “The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.”
13. Proverbs 15:5 – “A fool despiseth his father’s instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.”
14. Proverbs 3:11-12 – “My son, despise not the chastening of the Lord; neither be weary of his correction: For whom the Lord loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son in whom he delighteth.”
15. Ephesians 6:1-3 – “Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. Honour thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth.”
16. Proverbs 22:15 – “Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
17. Proverbs 4:1-4 – “Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. For I was my father’s son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.”
18. Psalm 128:3 – “Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house: thy children like olive plants round about thy table.”
19. Proverbs 29:15 – “The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left to himself bringeth his mother to shame.”
20. Psalm 127:4-5 – “As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.”
21. Proverbs 19:18 – “Chasten thy son while there is hope, and let not thy soul spare for his crying.”
22. Proverbs 22:15 – “Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child; but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.”
23. Psalm 139:13-14 – “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: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.”
24. Isaiah 40:11 – “He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.”
25. 1 Timothy 5:8 – “But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.”
26. Proverbs 31:26 – “She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.”
27. Genesis 33:5 – “And he lifted up his eyes, and saw the women and the children; and said, Who are those with thee? And he said, The children which God hath graciously given thy servant.”
28. Proverbs 14:26 – “In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.”
29. 2 Timothy 3:15 – “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.”
30. Proverbs 20:11 – “Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right.”
31. Isaiah 54:13 – “And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children.”
32. Proverbs 6:20 – “My son, keep thy father’s commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother.”
33. Ephesians 6:2 – “Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)”
Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, joys, and countless opportunities for growth. As we navigate the ups and downs of raising children, we can find guidance, encouragement, and wisdom in the timeless words of the Bible. The King James Version offers a rich tapestry of verses that speak directly to the heart of parenting, reminding us of the importance of love, discipline, and faith in guiding our children toward a life rooted in God’s truth. May these verses inspire and encourage
