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God's Guidance in Parenting: 15 Scripture Verses for Raising Godly Children
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Author/Editor: Melkisedeck Leon Shine, 2015-2017: AckySHINE.com
God's Guidance in Parenting: 15 Scripture Verses for Raising Godly Children
Parenting is a sacred responsibility bestowed upon us by God. It is a privilege to raise children who will grow up to be godly individuals, reflecting the love and teachings of Jesus Christ. As Christian parents, we look to the Scriptures for guidance on how to navigate this journey of parenting with wisdom and grace. Here are 15 Scripture verses that will inspire and guide you in raising your children in the ways of the Lord.
Proverbs 22:6 - "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." Just as a gardener tends to a delicate plant, we must nurture and teach our children in the ways of God, knowing that this foundation will stay with them throughout their lives.
Exodus 20:12 - "Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you." By modeling respect and honoring our own parents, we teach our children the importance of honoring authority, including God's authority.
Proverbs 13:24 - "Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them." Discipline is an expression of love, guiding our children towards righteousness and teaching them the consequences of their actions.
Ephesians 6:4 - "Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord." It is our responsibility to provide a nurturing environment where our children feel loved and supported, while also imparting the wisdom of God's teachings.
Psalm 127:3 - "Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him." Our children are a gift from God, and it is our duty to cherish and treasure them. Let us remember to thank God daily for the privilege of being parents.
Deuteronomy 6:6-7 - "These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. 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." Integrate God's word into every aspect of your children's lives, making it a constant presence in their hearts and minds.
Matthew 5:16 - "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." Be a living example of Christ's love and teachings for your children to follow. Show them how to live a life that brings glory to God.
Proverbs 29:17 - "Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire." Discipline helps shape our children's character and prepares them for a life of purpose and fulfillment. It is an investment in their future.
Luke 6:31 - "Do to others as you would have them do to you." Teach your children the importance of treating others with kindness, respect, and love. Encourage them to live out the golden rule in their interactions with others.
Matthew 19:14 - "Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'" Jesus valued children and their innocence. Let us create an environment where our children can encounter and experience the love of Jesus.
Proverbs 17:6 - "Children's children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children." As parents, we have the opportunity to leave a lasting legacy of faith for generations to come. Let us strive to be worthy of the pride and honor our children feel for us.
Colossians 3:21 - "Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged." Our words and actions have a profound impact on our children's emotional well-being. Speak words of encouragement, love, and affirmation, uplifting their spirits and nurturing their self-worth.
Deuteronomy 4:9 - "Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them fade from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them." Share your personal experiences of God's faithfulness and grace with your children. Let them witness the transformative power of God in your own life.
Proverbs 3:5-6 - "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Teach your children the value of trusting in God's guidance and surrendering their lives to His will. Help them understand that true wisdom comes from seeking His direction.
Psalm 103:17-18 - "But from everlasting to everlasting the LORD's love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children's children - with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts." Remind your children of God's unfailing love and faithfulness. Encourage them to live a life that honors God, knowing that His blessings will extend to future generations.
🌟 As parents, let us embark on this incredible journey of raising godly children with joyful hearts and a steadfast commitment to God's guidance. May His word be the lamp unto our feet, and His teachings illuminate our path every step of the way. May the Lord bless you abundantly as you pour your love and wisdom into your precious children. 🙏🌈
You don’t need great faith; you need faith in a great God. – Unknown
👥Nancy Akumu
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Dec 18, 2017
I love how this quote simplifies such a complex emotion. Perfect!
👥Bernard Oduor
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Dec 16, 2017
God grace is sufficient for you
👥Alex Nyamweya
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Dec 10, 2017
Faith begins where worry ends. – George Mueller
👥Edward Lowassa
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Dec 6, 2017
Timely reminder, thank you!
👥Edward Chepkoech
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Nov 27, 2017
Jesus said, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.' – Mark 9:23
👥Charles Wafula
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Nov 26, 2017
Such a powerful message!
👥Kenneth Murithi
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Nov 24, 2017
This quote was the perfect reminder to stay grateful, no matter what.
👥Victor Malima
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Nov 18, 2017
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."
👥Sumaya
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Oct 29, 2017
This quote is pure wisdom. 💡
👥Makame
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Oct 23, 2017
Your quotes always manage to lift my spirits, no matter the day!
👥James Mduma
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Oct 12, 2017
Faith is not seeing miracles but knowing God’s power and presence in your life. – Unknown
👥Shamim
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Oct 10, 2017
We are saved by faith alone, but the faith that saves is never alone. – Martin Luther
👥Joyce Mussa
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Oct 6, 2017
Feeling inspired after reading!
👥Joseph Kawawa
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Sep 24, 2017
Our faith grows when we acknowledge that our Father knows best and is always working on our behalf. – Beth Moore
👥Mariam Hassan
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Sep 16, 2017
1 Corinthians 15:50-52 – "I declare to you, brothers and sisters, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God, nor does the perishable inherit the imperishable. Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed—in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed."
👥Ruth Wanjiku
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Sep 6, 2017
This is why I come back to this site daily—so much inspiration!
👥Farida
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Sep 3, 2017
Your faith can move mountains, and your doubt can create them. – Unknown
👥Joyce Mussa
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Aug 27, 2017
I can’t believe how much this quote resonates with my current situation.
👥Mwanaisha
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Aug 22, 2017
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. – Numbers 6:24-26
👥Habiba
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Aug 14, 2017
This one speaks to me deeply. 💖
👥Abubakari
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Jul 24, 2017
Mark 8:34-38 – "Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: 'Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it. What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? If anyone is ashamed of me and my words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his Father’s glory with the holy angels.'"
👥Jafari
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Jul 21, 2017
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. – Psalm 138:7
👥Mwanais
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Jul 20, 2017
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.'"
👥Nyota
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Jul 7, 2017
Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. – Ephesians 4:2
👥Elizabeth Malima
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Jun 29, 2017
Therefore, encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
👥Sultan
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Jun 28, 2017
Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. – 1 Corinthians 16:13
👥George Tenga
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Jun 14, 2017
Matthew 6:25-27 – "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?"
👥Rose Kiwanga
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May 28, 2017
This quote gave me the clarity I was searching for. Thank you!
👥Amina
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May 7, 2017
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. – Ephesians 6:10
👥Joyce Nkya
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May 7, 2017
Adding this to my favorites! ❤️ This quote is not only inspiring but also timeless. It’s one of those quotes that you can return to again and again, finding new meaning in it each time. I’m definitely saving this one because I know I’ll want to revisit it whenever I need a little extra encouragement. It’s amazing how certain words can have such a lasting impact on your mindset. Thank you for sharing something so meaningful!
👥Zakia
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May 1, 2017
So much truth in this! 🌟
👥Edwin Ndambuki
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Apr 27, 2017
This quote lifted my spirits!
👥Zainab
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Apr 22, 2017
So much truth in this!
👥Bakari
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Apr 20, 2017
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.'"
👥Edward Chepkoech
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Apr 18, 2017
Praying for you 🙏
👥Kiza
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Apr 14, 2017
This quote is a game-changer!
👥Nancy Komba
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Apr 7, 2017
This quote is so uplifting! 💫 Honestly, I didn’t realize how much I needed this until I read it. Sometimes, life gets so overwhelming that we forget to look for the simple joys, but this reminded me of the importance of staying positive and focused on the good. This quote shines a light in the darkness and reminds me to keep my head up no matter what challenges I face. Thank you for sharing such an empowering message!
👥Mzee
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Mar 24, 2017
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."
👥John Malisa
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Mar 8, 2017
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding
👥Farida
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Mar 5, 2017
Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this. – Psalm 37:5
👥Betty Cheruiyot
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Feb 27, 2017
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."
👥John Lissu
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Feb 12, 2017
With God, all things are possible
👥Neema
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Feb 8, 2017
Wow, so thought-provoking!
👥Janet Sumari
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Feb 3, 2017
Revelation 21:1-4 – "Then I saw ‘a new heaven and a new earth,’ for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ‘Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.’"
👥Shabani
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Jan 17, 2017
Wow, this quote makes me want to take action immediately! So motivating.
👥Bakari
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Jan 16, 2017
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
👥Yahya
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Jan 10, 2017
The life of faith is a daily adventure of discovering how reliable God is. – Unknown
👥Samuel Omondi
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Dec 26, 2016
John 10:9-11 – "I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."
👥Kahina
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Dec 25, 2016
Luke 15:20-24 – "So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate."
👥Anna Mchome
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Dec 22, 2016
For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. – Matthew 18:20
👥Biashara
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Dec 22, 2016
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!
👥Joseph Kiwanga
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Dec 21, 2016
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.'"
👥Grace Wairimu
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Dec 19, 2016
Luke 24:45-49 – "Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, 'This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.'"
👥Asha
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Dec 18, 2016
Romans 12:17-21 – "Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: 'It is mine to avenge; I will repay,' says the Lord. On the contrary: 'If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.' Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."
👥Francis Mrope
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Dec 10, 2016
God's mercy is greater than any mistake
👥Mwachumu
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Dec 6, 2016
Luke 12:33-34 – "Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
👥Yusra
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Dec 6, 2016
The Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
👥David Kawawa
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Nov 28, 2016
And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love. – 1 Corinthians 13:13
👥Alice Mwikali
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Nov 20, 2016
I love how quotes can speak so deeply with just a few words.
