Becoming a parent for the first time can make us feel afraid, have doubt, excitement, hope, and other emotions.
But we need to stay connected and grounded in the word of God and these powerful bible verses will help you be encouraged in your faith.
1. “For this child I prayed, and the LORD has granted me my petition that I made to him.” 1 Samuel 1:27 (ESV)
2. “Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning.” Psalm 30:5
3. “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.” Psalm 127:3-4 (ESV)
4. “Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.” Psalm 37:7 (ESV)
5. “Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.” (Proverbs 29:17)
6. “Through the praise of children and infants, you have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger.” (Psalm 8:2)
7. “Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways! You shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands; you shall be blessed, and it shall be well with you. Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table.” Psalm 128:1-3 (ESV)
8. “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 (ESV)
9. “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” (Jeremiah 1:5)
10. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
11. “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
12. “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Colossians 3:23
13. “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” (Matthew 18:10)
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.” (Matthew 19:14)
15. Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother”—which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” (Ephesians 6:1-3)
16. “Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord.” (Colossians 3:20)