Bible verses for children
Let fair decisions include compassion.
Zechariah 7:9
“Thus has Yahweh of Armies spoken, saying, ‘Execute true judgment, and show kindness and compassion every man to his brother.
Zechariah 7:9 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
True judgement means deciding honestly and fairly. Kindness and compassion guide how people treat one another. Rules should not become an excuse to forget the person affected by a decision.
Listen carefully before deciding what is fair in a disagreement over turns.
Talk about it
How can a fair decision also show care for the people involved?
A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
Zechariah 7 answers questions about fasting by recalling earlier calls for justice and protection of vulnerable people. Religious observance is placed alongside everyday conduct, where compassion must become visible.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help our decisions be fair and compassionate. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.