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Bible verses for kids

Children learn songs faster than almost anything else, which makes singing the easiest way for them to learn Scripture. These 12 verses are short, concrete and good to know from an early age. Each one has its own song and an illustration, so a child can listen, look and sing along.

12 verses · Text: New King James Version (NKJV)

  1. Psalms 118:24

    This is the day the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

    This is the day the LORD has made.

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  2. Psalms 119:105

    Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

    Scripture guides us

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  3. Philippians 4:13

    I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

    God strengthens you so that you can face any situation.

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  4. Proverbs 17:17

    A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.

    A good friend is a gem..

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  5. Colossians 3:20

    Children, obey your parents in all things, for this is well pleasing to the Lord.

    God wants children to obey their parents.

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  6. Matthew 19:14

    But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven."

    Jesus is never too busy for the children, and children are as important as adults in the church.

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  7. Psalms 46:1

    God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

    In God you have a safe haven.

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  8. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

    Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

    Have a positive outlook on life and depend on God.

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  9. John 3:16

    For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

    The essence of the gospel.

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  10. Exodus 20:12

    "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the LORD your God is giving you.

    The Fifth Commandment.

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  11. Proverbs 3:5-6

    Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

    Trust in the LORD rather than in yourself.

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  12. Luke 2:52

    And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.

    Jesus sets an example for children to follow.

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How to learn these verses

  1. Pick one verse and play its song a few times.
  2. Cover the text and sing or say it from memory, then check.
  3. Come back to it the next day, then after a few days, then after a week.

The full guide: how to memorize Scripture

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