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Bible Verses for a New Baby
In short
A new baby is one of God's clearest gifts. Scripture calls children a heritage from the Lord and says each one is fearfully and wonderfully made, known by God in the womb. These verses give thanks, ask His blessing and protection, and pray that this little life will grow to know Him.
Whether you are welcoming a first child or a fifth, these verses celebrate the gift, bless the child, and steady weary new parents.
“Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.”
Psalm 127:3 · King James Version (public domain)
“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.”
Psalm 139:13-14 · King James Version (public domain)
“He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom.”
Isaiah 40:11 · King James Version (public domain)
“The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee... and give thee peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26 · King James Version (public domain)
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
Proverbs 22:6 · King James Version (public domain)
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights.”
James 1:17 · King James Version (public domain)
A word for this moment
In the joy and the exhaustion, remember that this child is God's gift and God's care, loved even more by Him than by you. Rest in that, and ask Him for the wisdom and strength each day needs.
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