21 Uplifting Bible Proverbs for Children and Parents
The book of Proverbs is a beautiful book filled with practical wisdom written by a father to his son. As parents in the modern world, we want to raise children who learn God’s wisdom.
Times have changed, but God’s Word has not. Whatever He said five thousand years ago still applies to our lives today, and we can and should teach them from an early age.
Moms have so many goals for their kids. We want them to be smart, successful, kind, and happy. But the truth is, there’s not a lot we can do to ensure they are any of those things. However, when we focus on raising them in the right way, in God’s way, we are setting them on an important, life-long path. The path to wisdom.
The first step to wisdom comes from learning to fear the Lord.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. Proverbs 9:10
The word “fear” in this verse doesn’t mean that we should teach them to be afraid. Instead, it means we should teach our children to respect and honor the Lord.
Why Read Proverbs with Kids?
Most of the Proverbs were written by King Solomon, but some were also written by his father, King David, and some were written by Moses. All of these men were filled with wisdom directly from God. In the book of 2 Chronicles, we read that God appeared to Solomon and told him to ask for whatever he wanted, and God would give it.
In that night did God appear unto Solomon, and said unto him, Ask what I shall give thee.
And Solomon said unto God, Thou hast shewed great mercy unto David my father, and hast made me to reign in his stead.
Now, O Lord God, let thy promise unto David my father be established: for thou hast made me king over a people like the dust of the earth in multitude.
Give me now wisdom and knowledge, that I may go out and come in before this people: for who can judge this thy people, that is so great?
2 Chronicles 2:7-10
Instead of asking for money, land, or power, Solomon asked God to give him the wisdom to lead the children of Israel.
God was so pleased by Solomon’s request, He promised that Solomon would be wise, and in addition, he would receive all the other things he hadn’t asked for.
Solomon was the wisest man who ever lived. His wisdom was legendary in Old Testament times, and he wrote the book of Proverbs to share his wisdom with future generations.
While many of the Proverbs contain common sense teachings, the book is also full of verses that show us how to live a holy life that honors God. In fact, Solomon begins the book by telling us his purpose in writing:
To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding; To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, and judgment, and equity; To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. Proverbs 1:2-4
Teaching Proverbs to our children is the best way to help them grow wise in the ways of the Lord. Proverbs chapter one says that wisdom is the most important thing any child can learn.
21 Simple Proverbs for Kids (and Their Parents!)
Sometimes we think the Bible is too hard for kids to learn. But the truth is, kids can memorize Scripture!
Proverbs is written simply, so kids can start memorizing these simple Bible verses at a young age. Start with these best Proverbs for kids, and over time your whole family can grow in wisdom and the knowledge of God.
*These verses were taken from the King James Version of the Bible
1. Proverbs 1:5
A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
2. Proverbs 1:7
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
3. Proverbs 3:1-2
My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee.
4. Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
5. Proverbs 4:7
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
6. Proverbs 4:23
Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.
7. Proverbs 8:11
For wisdom is better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.
8. Proverbs 9:10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy is understanding.
9. Proverbs 10:1
The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son maketh a glad father: but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.
10. Proverbs 11:13
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
11. Proverbs 13:7
There is that maketh himself rich, yet hath nothing: there is that maketh himself poor, yet hath great riches.
12. Proverbs 14:15
The simple believeth every word: but the prudent man looketh well to his going.
13. Proverbs 15:1
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
14. Proverbs 16:3
Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established.
15. Proverbs 16:18
Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
16. Proverbs 17:17
A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
17. Proverbs 18:24
A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.
18. Proverbs 20:11
Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right.
19. Proverbs 22:1
A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.
20. Proverbs 27:17
Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
21. Proverbs 29:11
A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
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What to Do Next with These Children Proverbs
Proverbs can be a great way to encourage and guide kids through life’s trials. Providing these uplifting bible proverbs allows kids and parents to remember the message of hope, alertness, and kindness that is often found in scripture.
When children read and recite these words from the Bible, they learn persistence and wisdom that demonstrates kindness and values. These 24 uplifting Bible proverbs are sure to leave your family with a sense of peace. With so much heaviness in the world, it’s always nice to read something positive for a change!
