20 Scriptures for a Faith-Filled Parent

What does it mean to be a faith-filled parent? Does it mean you gave your heart to the Lord and you are a Christian? That’s definitely the first step to being a faith-filled parent. But your life of faith doesn’t stop when you make Jesus the Lord of your life. On the contrary, that’s when your life of faith begins.

Galatians 3:3 says, “Having begun [your new life spiritually] with the [Holy] Spirit, are you now reaching perfection [by dependence] on the flesh?” (AMPC). You began your life of faith with the help of the Holy Spirit, and now you can continue your life as a faith-filled parent with the help of the Holy Spirit. Every decision you make regarding your children can be guided by the Holy Spirit. Begin by planting the Word of God in your heart with these 20 Scriptures for a Faith-Filled Parent.

Your children are blessed.

1.    “Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the country” (Deuteronomy 28:3, NKJV).
2.    “For he has strengthened the bars of your gates and blessed your children within your walls” (Psalm 147:13).
3.    “The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them” (Proverbs 20:7). 
4.    “Their children will be successful everywhere; an entire generation of godly people will be blessed” (Psalm 112:2). 
5.    “Your children and your crops will be blessed. The offspring of your herds and flocks will be blessed” (Deuteronomy 28:4).

Your children are trained.

6.    “Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it” (Proverbs 22:6).
7.    “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children” (Isaiah 54:13, NKJV). 
8.    “I have singled him out so that he will direct his sons and their families to keep the way of the LORD by doing what is right and just. Then I will do for Abraham all that I have promised” (Genesis 18:19).

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Your children are obedient.

9.    “He must manage his own family well, having children who respect and obey him” (1 Timothy 3:4).
10.    “Be careful to obey all my commands, so that all will go well with you and your children after you, because you will be doing what is good and pleasing to the LORD your God” (Deuteronomy 12:28).
11.    “Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. ‘Honor your father and mother.’ This is the first commandment with a promise: If you honor your father and mother, ‘things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.’ Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger by the way you treat them. Rather, bring them up with the discipline and instruction that comes from the Lord” (Ephesians 6:1-4).
12.    “Even children are known by the way they act, whether their conduct is pure, and whether it is right” (Proverbs 20:11).
13.    “Children, always obey your parents, for this pleases the Lord” (Colossians 3:20).

Your children are fruitful.

14.    “They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do” (Psalm 1:3).
15.    “Your wife will be like a fruitful grapevine, flourishing within your home. Your children will be like vigorous young olive trees as they sit around your table” (Psalm 128:3).
16.    “Our children will also serve him. Future generations will hear about the wonders of the Lord” (Psalm 22:30).

Your children love one another. 

17.    “And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for you overflows” (1 Thessalonians 3:12).
18.    “Owe nothing to anyone—except for your obligation to love one another. If you love your neighbor, you will fulfill the requirements of God’s law” (Romans 13:8).

Your children have joy.

19.    “And so, my children, listen to me, for all who follow my ways are joyful” (Proverbs 8:32).
20.    “But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy” (Psalm 5:11).

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Whether you are a natural parent, a stepparent, a foster parent or even a grandparent, these 20 Scriptures for a Faith-Filled Parent are for you to read and meditate. As you plant the Word of God in your heart, the right word will come out to instruct your children at the right time, guiding them into the perfect will of God for their lives!

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