Bible verses for children
Learn love as a beloved child.
Ephesians 5:1
Be therefore imitators of God, as beloved children.
Ephesians 5:1 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Imitating God means reflecting the goodness shown to us, not trying to possess divine power. The letter begins with belonging: beloved children learn to walk in love.
Copy a caring action you have received and adapt it thoughtfully for someone else.
Talk about it
What goodness could you reflect because someone first showed it to you?
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Bible context & readings +
Ephesians 5:1–2 follows teaching about kindness and forgiveness, then points to Christ’s self-giving love. Read the imitation command within this pattern of love rather than an impossible demand to become God.
Read together · Ephesians 5:1–2
Be therefore imitators of God, as beloved children. Walk in love, even as Christ also loved us and gave himself up for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling fragrance.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
A simple prayer +
God, help us reflect the love we have received. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.