Bible verses for children
Sometimes goodness calls us to act.
James 4:17
To him therefore who knows to do good and doesn’t do it, to him it is sin.
James 4:17 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Knowing a good thing to do brings responsibility to respond. Avoiding harm is not the whole of caring conduct. We can also fail someone by withholding help we could reasonably offer.
If you see a classmate needing safe help, offer it or find an adult who can assist.
Talk about it
What good action is realistically within your ability today?
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Bible context & readings +
James 4:13–17 discusses proud plans and awareness of life’s limits before this conclusion. The verse is not a demand to fix every problem or feel guilty about needs beyond a child’s power.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us respond to the good we can reasonably do. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.