“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
Bible Verses About Childhood Trauma
1. Psalm 34:18 – God is always with us in our suffering.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
2. Matthew 11:28 – An invitation to find rest in Christ.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
3. Isaiah 41:10 – God assures us of His presence.
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” – Isaiah 41:10
4. 1 Peter 5:7 – We are encouraged to cast our anxiety on Him.
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7
5. Romans 8:28 – God works all things for good.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28
6. Psalm 139:13-14 – We are created wonderfully by God.
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” – Psalm 139:13
7. Jeremiah 29:11 – God has a plan for each of us.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
8. John 16:33 – Jesus offers peace amidst hardship.
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble.” – John 16:33
9. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 – Our comfort comes from God.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort.” – 2 Corinthians 1:3
10. Psalm 56:8 – God keeps track of our sorrows.
“Record my misery; list my tears on your scroll—are they not in your record?” – Psalm 56:8
11. Lamentations 3:22-23 – God’s mercies are new every morning.
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
12. Exodus 14:14 – God fights for us.
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” – Exodus 14:14
13. 2 Timothy 1:7 – God gives us a spirit of power.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
14. Isaiah 61:1 – Proclamation of healing and freedom.
“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.” – Isaiah 61:1
15. Mark 10:14 – Jesus loves children and values them.
“When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, ‘Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these.'” – Mark 10:14
16. 1 John 4:18 – Perfect love drives out fear.
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear.” – 1 John 4:18
17. Psalm 91:15 – God promises to be with us in trouble.
“He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.” – Psalm 91:15
18. Psalm 147:3 – Healing for the brokenhearted.
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
19. Matthew 18:6 – Woe to those who cause harm to children.
“If anyone causes one of these little ones—those who believe in me—to stumble, it would be better for them to have a large millstone hung around their neck and to be drowned in the depths of the sea.” – Matthew 18:6
20. Philippians 4:6-7 – Finding peace through prayer.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6-7
21. 2 Corinthians 12:9 – God’s grace is sufficient.
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.'” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
22. Hosea 6:1 – Calling for healing and return to God.
“Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us.” – Hosea 6:1
23. James 1:2-3 – Trials lead to perseverance.
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds.” – James 1:2-3
24. Psalm 18:2 – God as our refuge.
“The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge.” – Psalm 18:2
25. Galatians 6:2 – Bearing each other’s burdens.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
26. Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting in the Lord’s guidance.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5-6
27. Romans 12:21 – Overcoming evil with good.
“Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” – Romans 12:21
28. Psalm 30:5 – Joy comes in the morning.
“Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” – Psalm 30:5
29. Isaiah 40:29 – God gives strength to the weary.
“He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” – Isaiah 40:29
30. Romans 15:13 – Abounding in hope through the Spirit.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” – Romans 15:13
31. Ezekiel 34:16 – God seeks the lost and injured.
“I will seek the lost and bring back the strayed, and I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak.” – Ezekiel 34:16
32. Proverbs 4:23 – Guarding our hearts is vital.
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23
33. 1 Thessalonians 5:8 – Putting on faith as armor.
“But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on faith and love as a breastplate.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:8
34. Isaiah 61:3 – The oil of joy for mourning.
“And provide for those who grieve in Zion— to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes.” – Isaiah 61:3
35. Ephesians 6:10-11 – Strength in the Lord.
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God.” – Ephesians 6:10-11
36. Hebrews 4:16 – Approaching God’s throne for mercy.
“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence.” – Hebrews 4:16
37. Psalm 119:81 – Hope in God’s word.
“My soul faints with longing for your salvation, but I have put my hope in your word.” – Psalm 119:81
38. John 14:27 – Jesus gives us His peace.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.” – John 14:27
39. Colossians 3:2 – Setting our minds on things above.
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” – Colossians 3:2
40. 1 Corinthians 10:13 – God provides a way out.
“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear.” – 1 Corinthians 10:13
Final Thoughts
Healing from childhood trauma is a journey we often have to navigate with care and resilience. Each of the verses shared highlights God’s love and promises, assuring us that we are never alone in our struggles. As we reflect on these words, it’s clear that God is our refuge and strength. He calls us to lean on Him in times of trouble and to trust Him with our burdens. With faith, we can find healing, comfort, and joy even in our darkest moments. Let’s remember that our past does not define us, but rather, it helps shape who we become.
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