Bible verses for children
Nothing can separate us from God’s love.
Romans 8:38
For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers,
Romans 8:38 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Paul lists enormous powers and experiences to express assurance. The sentence finishes in verse 39: none can separate believers from God’s love in Christ. Read both verses to hear the complete promise.
Name a frightening uncertainty and talk about the reassurance this passage offers.
Talk about it
How might dependable love help when the future is unknown?
A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Romans 8:38–39 concludes a passage about suffering, danger and God’s faithful love. The list does not deny those realities; it insists that they cannot become the final barrier to love in Christ.
Read together · Romans 8:38–39
For I am persuaded that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor any other created thing will be able to separate us from God’s love which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
A simple prayer +
God, help us rest in your enduring love. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.