“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.” – Psalm 139:13
Bible Verses About Birth
Genesis 1:27 – God created humanity with great care and intention.
“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” – Genesis 1:27
Jeremiah 1:5 – God knows us even before birth.
“Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” – Jeremiah 1:5
Isaiah 44:24 – God is our creator and sustainer.
“This is what the LORD says— your Redeemer, who formed you in the womb: I am the LORD, who has made all things, who alone stretched out the heavens, who spread out the earth by myself.” – Isaiah 44:24
Psalms 127:3 – Children are a blessing from God.
“Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him.” – Psalms 127:3
Luke 1:41-44 – The unborn and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
“When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.” – Luke 1:41-44
Acts 17:26 – We are all created from one blood.
“From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands.” – Acts 17:26
Exodus 21:22-23 – Protecting the life of the unborn.
“If people are fighting and hit a pregnant woman and she gives birth prematurely but there is no serious injury, the offender must be fined whatever the woman’s husband demands and the court allows.” – Exodus 21:22-23
Matthew 19:14 – Jesus embraces children.
“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
Galatians 1:15 – God’s call from birth.
“But when God, who set me apart from my mother’s womb and called me by his grace, was pleased.” – Galatians 1:15
Psalms 22:10 – A declaration of dependence on God.
“From birth I was cast on you; from my mother’s womb you have been my God.” – Psalms 22:10
Job 31:15 – God as our creator in the womb.
“Did not he who made me in the womb make them? Did not the same one form us both within our mothers?” – Job 31:15
1 Samuel 1:27 – A prayer answered with a child.
“I prayed for this child, and the LORD has granted me what I asked of him.” – 1 Samuel 1:27
Luke 2:7 – The birth of Jesus.
“And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” – Luke 2:7
Proverbs 31:8-9 – Speaking for those who cannot speak.
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” – Proverbs 31:8-9
Mark 10:16 – Jesus blessing the little children.
“And he took the children in his arms, placed his hands on them and blessed them.” – Mark 10:16
Psalms 139:14 – We are fearfully and wonderfully made.
“I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” – Psalms 139:14
Proverbs 17:6 – Children’s love is a joy.
“Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.” – Proverbs 17:6
Colossians 3:24 – Our work is ultimately for God.
“Since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” – Colossians 3:24
Luke 1:36 – Elizabeth’s miraculous pregnancy.
“Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have a child in her old age, and she who was said to be unable to conceive is in her sixth month.” – Luke 1:36
Isaiah 49:1 – Called before birth.
“Listen to me, you islands; hear this, you distant nations: Before I was born the LORD called me; from my mother’s womb he has spoken my name.” – Isaiah 49:1
Psalms 146:9 – God watches over the foreigner and the fatherless.
“The LORD watches over the foreigner and sustains the fatherless and the widow, but he frustrates the ways of the wicked.” – Psalms 146:9
Creflo Dollar – Life is a gift.
“Life is not a mistake, and it is a gift from God.” – Creflo Dollar
Genesis 9:6 – The sacredness of life.
“Whoever sheds human blood, by humans shall their blood be shed; for in the image of God has God made mankind.” – Genesis 9:6
1 Thessalonians 5:18 – Giving thanks in all circumstances.
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
Job 3:11-12 – The pain of loss at birth.
“Why did I not perish at birth, and die as I came from the womb? Why were there knees to receive me and breasts that I might be nursed?” – Job 3:11-12
Proverbs 18:21 – Life and death are in the power of the tongue.
“The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” – Proverbs 18:21
Ephesians 2:10 – Designed for good works.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
Mark 2:10-12 – Jesus has the authority to forgive sins.
“But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” – Mark 2:10-12
Matthew 18:10 – Angels watching over children.
“See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” – Matthew 18:10
Final Thoughts
Reflecting on the birth theme through Scripture can deepen our appreciation for the miracle of life. Every child brings unique potential that is part of God’s plan. I often feel a sense of awe when considering the value of each person’s life, as they are lovingly crafted by our Creator.
By embracing these verses, we get a sense of belonging in a larger narrative that God has set forth. Whether supporting expectant parents or advocating for the unborn, we can live out our roles in spreading love and advocating for life.
There’s so much more to explore in the Bible, such as Jesus’ sacrifice and the significance of prayer in our lives through prayers for reflection.