Bible verses for every occasion
Bible Verses for a Sick Child
Few things are harder than watching your child suffer. These verses are for the long nights by the bedside, when you need God's comfort, His healing hand, and the assurance that He holds your little one even more tenderly than you do.
“Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.”
Mark 10:14, King James Version
Jesus draws children close; yours is precious to Him.
“He shall feed his flock like a shepherd... and shall gently lead those that are with young.”
Isaiah 40:11, King James Version
The Shepherd is gentle with the little ones.
“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
Psalm 34:18, King James Version
God is near to a frightened parent's heart.
“Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 19:14, King James Version
Children are welcome in the arms of Jesus.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Psalm 46:1, King James Version
A shelter for the family in the hardest hour.
“Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved.”
Jeremiah 17:14, King James Version
An honest prayer to lift over your child.
“Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for... their angels do always behold the face of my Father.”
Matthew 18:10, King James Version
Heaven keeps watch over your child.
The One these verses point to: Jesus
When you cannot fix your child's pain, you can place them into hands stronger and gentler than your own. Jesus loved children, blessed them, and made clear how precious they are to God. He does not stand far off from your fear; He enters it. Whether you are praying for healing tonight or bracing for a long road, you can trust your child to the One who called the little ones to Himself and never turned a single one away.
You do not have to hold this moment alone. You can ask real people to pray with you, find a church near you, or, if you would like a gentle place to begin, start with Jesus here.