Valentine’s Day is a special time to celebrate love and affection, and it is also an opportunity to teach children about God’s unconditional love. In this article, we will explore a selection of Valentine’s Day Bible verses specifically curated for children. These verses are age-appropriate and convey messages of God’s love, kindness, and the importance of showing love to others. Through these verses, children can learn about the true meaning of love and how to express it in their relationships with family, friends, and others. Let’s inspire and guide our children with these beautiful Valentine’s Day Bible verses.
Valentine’s Day Bible Verses for Children
Valentine’s Day Bible Verses for Children are age-appropriate verses for children that convey messages of love, compassion, and the joy of sharing God’s love with others. Through these verses, we hope to inspire and guide children in understanding and embracing the true meaning of love, both on Valentine’s Day and throughout their lives.
1. Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
2. Matthew 19:14
“But Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'”
3. Ephesians 6:1
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.”
4. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
“And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.”
5. Proverbs 4:23
“Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.”
6. Psalm 127:3
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”
7. Mark 10:14
“But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, ‘Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.'”
8. 2 Timothy 3:15
“And how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”
9. Proverbs 20:11
“Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.”
10. 1 John 4:19
“We love because he first loved us.”
God’s Love for Little Ones
11. Zephaniah 3:17
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”
12. Psalm 139:13-14
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.”
13. 1 John 3:1
“See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him.”
14. Romans 8:38-39
“For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
15. Ephesians 3:17-18
“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth.”
16. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
17. 1 Peter 5:7
“Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
18. John 3:16
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.”
19. Isaiah 54:13
“All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.”
20. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Teaching Love and Kindness
21. Ephesians 4:32
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
22. Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
23. Luke 6:31
“And as you wish that others would do to you, do so to them.”
24. Colossians 3:12
“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.”
25. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Let all that you do be done in love.”
26. Proverbs 19:17
“Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will repay him for his deed.”
27. Luke 10:27
“And he answered, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.'”
28. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
29. 1 John 4:7
“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God.”
30. Romans 12:10
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Valentine’s Day Bible Verses for Young Hearts
31. Mark 12:30-31
“And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.”
32. 1 Corinthians 13:11
“When I was a child, I spoke like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I gave up childish ways.”
33. Psalm 34:11
“Come, O children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.”
34. Proverbs 20:11
“Even a child makes himself known by his acts, by whether his conduct is pure and upright.”
35. Matthew 18:3
“And said, ‘Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.'”
36. Proverbs 22:15
“Folly is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.”
37. Psalm 127:3-5
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.”
38. Deuteronomy 4:9
“Only take care, and keep your soul diligently, lest you forget the things that your eyes have seen, and lest they depart from your heart all the days of your life. Make them known to your children and your children’s children.”
39. Ephesians 6:4
“Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.”
40. Proverbs 1:8-9
“Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck.”
Nurturing Faith and Love
41. Psalm 78:4
“We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders that he has done.”
42. 2 Timothy 3:15
“…and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”
43. Proverbs 2:6-7
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; he stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity.”
44. Matthew 19:14
“But Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'”
45. Psalm 71:5
“For you, O Lord, are my hope, my trust, O Lord, from my youth.”
46. Proverbs 22:15
“Folly is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.”
47. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
48. Deuteronomy 11:19
“You shall teach them to your children, talking of them when you are sitting in your house, and when you are walking by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.”
49. Psalm 8:2
“Out of the mouth of babies and infants, you have established strength because of your foes, to still the enemy and the avenger.”
50. Ephesians 6:1
“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.”
Valentine’s Day Bible Verses for Kids to Cherish
51. 1 John 4:7
“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows God.”
52. Matthew 5:16
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.”
53. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
54. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
55. 1 Corinthians 13:4
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.”
56. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
57. Psalm 136:1
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.”
58. Matthew 22:39
“And a second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
59. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
60. Romans 12:10
“Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Valentine’s Day Scriptures for Children’s Hearts
61. 1 John 3:18
“Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.”
62. Psalm 34:14
“Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.”
63. Ephesians 4:29
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.”
64. Matthew 5:44
“But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
65. Colossians 3:14
“And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.”
66. 1 Peter 3:8
“Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.”
67. Romans 12:2
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
68. Galatians 5:13
“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.”
69. James 1:19
“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.”
70. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Let all that you do be done in love.”
Conclusion
Valentine’s Day is not only a time for romantic love but also a wonderful occasion to teach children about love and kindness. The Valentine’s Day Bible verses we have explored in this article provide children with a foundation of God’s love and the importance of expressing love to others.
As we celebrate this day, let us seize the opportunity to nurture our children’s understanding of love, guiding them to live out these biblical principles in their daily lives. May these Valentine’s Day Bible verses inspire our children to grow in love, kindness, and compassion, making a positive impact on the world around them.
