“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
Bible Verses About Baptism Of Children
Genesis 17:12 – Sign of God’s covenant with children
“For the generations to come, every male among you who is eight days old must be circumcised, including those born in your household or bought with money from a foreigner.” – Genesis 17:12
Acts 2:38-39 – Promise is for you and your children
“Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off–for all whom the Lord our God will call.'” – Acts 2:38-39
Mark 10:14 – Jesus embraces children
“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
Luke 18:15-17 – Children are part of the kingdom
“People were also bringing babies to Jesus to have him touch them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. But Jesus called the children to him and said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.'” – Luke 18:15-17
Colossians 2:11-12 – Symbol of spiritual circumcision
“In him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ, having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through your faith in the working of God, who raised him from the dead.” – Colossians 2:11-12
1 Corinthians 1:16 – Children of believers baptized
“Yes, I also baptized the household of Stephanas; beyond that, I don’t remember if I baptized anyone else.” – 1 Corinthians 1:16
Matthew 28:19-20 – Great Commission includes all
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” – Matthew 28:19-20
Romans 6:3-4 – Buried and raised with Christ
“Or don’t you know that all of us who were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” – Romans 6:3-4
Acts 16:15 – Baptism of Lydia and her household
“When she and the members of her household were baptized, she invited us to her home.” – Acts 16:15
Acts 16:33 – Jailer’s entire household baptized
“At that hour of the night, the jailer took them and washed their wounds; then immediately he and all his household were baptized.” – Acts 16:33
Matthew 3:16-17 – Jesus’ baptism sets an example
“As soon as Jesus was baptized, he went up out of the water. At that moment heaven was opened, and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him.” – Matthew 3:16-17
Galatians 3:26-29 – All are one in Christ
“So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” – Galatians 3:26-29
1 Peter 3:21 – Baptism as a pledge of a good conscience
“And this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a clear conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.” – 1 Peter 3:21
John 3:5 – Born of water and Spirit
“Jesus answered, ‘Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.'” – John 3:5
Hebrews 10:22 – Approach God with confidence
“Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water.” – Hebrews 10:22
Ephesians 4:5 – One faith, one baptism
“One Lord, one faith, one baptism.” – Ephesians 4:5
Mark 16:16 – Belief and baptism for salvation
“Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned.” – Mark 16:16
Acts 10:47-48 – Baptism of Gentiles
“‘Surely no one can stand in the way of their being baptized with water. They have received the Holy Spirit just as we have.’ So he ordered that they be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ.” – Acts 10:47-48
Philippians 2:10-11 – Every knee shall bow
“That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord.” – Philippians 2:10-11
Revelation 2:10 – Faithfulness even to death
“Do not be afraid of what you are about to suffer. I tell you, the devil will put some of you in prison to test you, and you will suffer persecution for ten days. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you life as your victor’s crown.” – Revelation 2:10
1 John 5:6 – Jesus came by water and blood
“This is the one who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ. He did not come by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth.” – 1 John 5:6
Matthew 28:18-20 – Jesus’ command to baptize
“Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.'” – Matthew 28:18-20
James 1:18 – Born through the Word
“He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of all he created.” – James 1:18
1 Corinthians 12:13 – Baptized into one body
“For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, neither slave nor free— and we were all given the one Spirit to drink.” – 1 Corinthians 12:13
Final Thoughts
As we reflect on baptism, it’s clear that it holds great significance in the Christian faith, especially for our children. Baptism is not just a ritual but an essential step in our spiritual journey. Just as Jesus invited little ones to Him, we also recognize the importance of bringing our children into this sacred moment. Through baptism, we express our commitment to raise children in a faith-filled environment, ensuring that they grow up with an understanding of God’s love and grace.
It’s comforting to know that the promises of God extend to us and our children. As we nurture our children’s faith, we should continue to teach them about everything God has planned for them. Engaging with the scriptures can strengthen our understanding, and I encourage parents to explore more about faith. If you need help finding encouragement through prayers or additional Bible verses, especially concerning powerful topics like Jesus’ sacrifice, take a moment to dive into more of what the Bible offers.
Let’s keep fostering this journey together, and remember that our children’s faith is our shared treasure. May we continue to support one another in the beautiful and fulfilling responsibility of nurturing their spiritual lives.