“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” – Psalm 127:3
Bible Verses About Fertility
Genesis 1:28 – God blesses humanity to multiply and fill the earth.
“And God blessed them. And God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it.'” – Genesis 1:28
Genesis 3:16 – God speaks the consequence of sin and the role of women in childbirth.
“To the woman He said, ‘I will greatly multiply your sorrow in childbirth; in pain, you shall bring forth children.'” – Genesis 3:16
Genesis 9:7 – The command to multiply is reiterated.
“And you, be fruitful and multiply; bring forth abundantly in the earth and multiply in it.” – Genesis 9:7
Exodus 23:26 – A promise of fertility as a blessing from God.
“No one shall suffer miscarriage or be barren in your land; I will fulfill the number of your days.” – Exodus 23:26
Psalms 113:9 – God blesses the barren woman with children.
“He grants the barren woman a home, like a joyful mother of children. Praise the Lord!” – Psalm 113:9
Isaiah 54:1 – A promise for those who feel barren.
“Sing, O barren one, who did not bear; break forth into singing and cry aloud, you who have not been in labor!” – Isaiah 54:1
1 Samuel 1:19-20 – God remembers Hannah and blesses her with a child.
“And they rose early in the morning and worshiped before the Lord. Then they went back to their house at Ramah. And Elkanah knew Hannah his wife, and the Lord remembered her. In due time, Hannah conceived and bore a son.” – 1 Samuel 1:19-20
Luke 1:13 – The angel announces the birth of John to Zechariah.
“But the angel said to him, ‘Do not be afraid, Zechariah, for your prayer has been heard, and your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son.'” – Luke 1:13
Genesis 25:21 – Isaac prays for Rebekah’s fertility.
“And Isaac prayed to the Lord for his wife, because she was barren. And the Lord granted his prayer, and Rebekah his wife conceived.” – Genesis 25:21
Jeremiah 29:6 – God encourages people to build families.
“Take wives and have sons and daughters; take wives for your sons, and give your daughters in marriage, that they may bear sons and daughters.” – Jeremiah 29:6
Romans 4:19-20 – Abraham’s faith despite his and Sarah’s old age.
“He did not weaken in faith when he considered his own body, which was as good as dead (since he was about a hundred years old), or when he considered the barrenness of Sarah’s womb.” – Romans 4:19
Luke 1:36-37 – The angel reassures Mary about her pregnancy.
“And behold, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son, and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. For nothing will be impossible with God.” – Luke 1:36-37
1 Chronicles 25:5 – God gives children and skills.
“All these were under the direction of their father, for they were skilled musicians.” – 1 Chronicles 25:5
Proverbs 31:28 – A mother’s children give her honor.
“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” – Proverbs 31:28
Isaiah 66:9 – God promises not to withhold children from His people.
“Shall I bring to the point of birth and not cause to bring forth?” – Isaiah 66:9
Matthew 19:14 – Jesus welcomes children and sees their value.
“But Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.'” – Matthew 19:14
Galatians 4:27 – Celebrating the joy of those who are childless.
“For it is written, ‘Rejoice, O barren one who does not bear; break forth and cry aloud, you who are not in labor!'” – Galatians 4:27
Hebrews 11:11 – Sarah received strength to conceive.
“By faith Sarah herself received power to conceive, even when she was past the age, since she considered Him faithful who had promised.” – Hebrews 11:11
Isaiah 48:1 – God’s promise of descendants.
“The descendants of Israel, called in the name of the Lord.” – Isaiah 48:1
Matthew 22:30 – Jesus speaks of life’s eternal nature in the resurrection.
“For in the resurrection, they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven.” – Matthew 22:30
Luke 2:27-30 – Simeon sees God’s promise fulfilled in Jesus.
“And he came in the Spirit into the temple, and when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him according to the custom of the Law, he took him up in his arms and blessed God.” – Luke 2:27-30
Acts 2:17 – The promise of children prophesying.
“And in the last days it shall be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy.” – Acts 2:17
John 16:21 – The joy of childbirth is profound.
“When a woman is giving birth, she has sorrow because her hour has come, but when she has delivered the baby, she no longer remembers the anguish, for joy that a human being has been born into the world.” – John 16:21
Philippians 4:19 – God provides for our needs.
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
James 1:17 – Every good gift, including children, is from God.
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights.” – James 1:17
Genesis 29:31 – The Lord saw Leah’s plight and opened her womb.
“When the Lord saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb, but Rachel was barren.” – Genesis 29:31
Psalm 128:3 – The blessing of children and family.
“Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your children will be like olive shoots around your table.” – Psalm 128:3
3 John 1:4 – Joy in seeing children walk in truth.
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” – 3 John 1:4
Deuteronomy 7:14 – A blessing of fertility among God’s people.
“And you shall be blessed above all peoples. There shall not be male or female barren among you.” – Deuteronomy 7:14
Final Thoughts
Reflecting on these verses about fertility brings me comfort and hope. They showcase God’s love and intention for family and children as blessings. When we feel anxious about fertility or parenting, it’s reassuring to know that God is always with us, guiding and supporting us. The Bible assures us that God listens to our prayers and holds the power to create life.
Whether you are hoping to grow your family or want to support a friend going through challenges, these verses can encourage our hearts. We can find strength in God’s promises and remember that every child is a gift from Him.
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