Bible verses for children
Older writings can encourage us.
Romans 15:4
For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that through perseverance and through encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.
Romans 15:4 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
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What does this verse mean?
Scripture written before Paul still teaches and offers hope. Learning includes patience with unfamiliar settings and careful attention. An old passage can matter without being a direct instruction to copy every event.
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How can understanding context deepen encouragement from Scripture?
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Bible context & readings +
Romans 15:1–6 connects Scripture with endurance, encouragement and shared worship. Paul refers to earlier biblical writings within his appeal for mutual care, not treating every sentence as a private prediction.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us learn patiently and find well-grounded hope. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.