Bible verses for children
Generosity can refresh a community.
Proverbs 11:25
The liberal soul shall be made fat. He who waters shall be watered also himself.
Proverbs 11:25 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
“Liberal” here means generous, and “made fat” is an older expression for flourishing. Watering pictures refreshing another person. Giving can build a caring community, but the proverb is not a bargain that guarantees a larger gift in return.
Share some time helping a younger child learn a game. Notice how support can make the group more welcoming, without expecting a reward.
Talk about it
How could giving your time refresh someone else’s day?
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Bible context & readings +
The surrounding sayings contrast hoarding with generosity. Verse 25 uses pictures of nourishment and watering to describe flourishing. Its old wording is not a comment about body size, and its wisdom should not be turned into a promise of financial profit.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us give freely and build communities where care is shared. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.