What are good Bible verses for a new baby?

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Scripture calls children a gift and speaks of God knitting each one together. These verses are for cards, dedications and quiet moments beside the cot. Psalm 127:3: “Behold, children are a heritage of the LORD. The fruit of the womb is his reward.” Psalm 139:13-14: “For you formed my inmost being. You knit me together in my mother’s womb. I will give thanks to you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Your works are wonderful. My soul knows that very well.” 1 Samuel 1:27: “I prayed for this child, and the LORD has given me my petition which I asked of him.” Numbers 6:24-26: “‘The LORD bless you, and keep you. The LORD make his face to shine on you, and be gracious to you. The LORD lift up his face toward you, and give you peace.’” Isaiah 40:11: “He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will gather the lambs in his arm, and carry them in his bosom. He will gently lead those who have their young.” Proverbs 22:6: “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Luke 18:16: “Jesus summoned them, saying, “Allow the little children to come to me, and don’t hinder them, for God’s Kingdom belongs to such as these.” Psalm 8:2: “From the lips of babes and infants you have established strength, because of your adversaries, that you might silence the enemy and the avenger.”

Bible verses for a new baby

Psalm 127:3

Psalm 139:13-14

1 Samuel 1:27

Numbers 6:24-26

Isaiah 40:11

Proverbs 22:6

Luke 18:16

Psalm 8:2

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