Bible verses for children
Honour the people who care for you.
Exodus 20:12
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land which Yahweh your God gives you.
Exodus 20:12 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
To honour your father and mother means to treat them as people who matter. Listening, speaking respectfully and helping are ways to show honour. Families can look different, and children may be cared for by other adults too. Honour does not mean keeping quiet if someone hurts you.
You might thank a carer for making lunch or listen when they explain how to stay safe. If an adult asks you to do something harmful, tell another trusted adult and keep asking for help.
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What is one way to show appreciation to someone who cares for you?
An example from the Bible
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God Meets Israel at Mount Sinai
Exodus 19:1–25; Exodus 20:18–21
At Mount Sinai, God calls Israel to belong to him, and the people tremble as his holy presence comes near.
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Bible context & readings +
This command addresses Israel as they learn to live as God’s people. Its promise concerns life in the land God gives them. It is not a guarantee that every obedient child will live longer than every other child, and it never gives adults permission to harm children.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, thank you for people who care for us. Help our families grow in respect and safety. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.
