Short Bible verses for kids to memorize
Some of the shortest verses we could find that make sense to young kids, each with a simple line to help them remember it.
How to help them memorize
- Pick one verse a week, and say it at the same time each day.
- Add hand motions, or sing it to a tune they know.
- Start with the simple line, then move on to the verse itself.
Psalm 23:1: My Shepherd
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall lack nothing.Psalm 23:1 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is my shepherd. He gives me everything I need.
God takes care of you like a shepherd.
1 John 4:19: God Loves You
We love him, because he first loved us.1 John 4:19 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: We love because God loved us first.
God's love came first.
Philippians 4:13: I Can Do It!
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.Philippians 4:13 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: I can do hard things, because Jesus makes me strong.
God helps you do hard things.
Psalm 56:3: When I'm Scared
When I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.Psalm 56:3 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: When I am afraid, I will trust in you, God.
Scared? Say a little prayer.
Psalm 150:6: Everything Sings
Let everything that has breath praise the LORD! Praise the LORD!Psalm 150:6 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Let everything that breathes praise the Lord!
All creation says thank you to God.
Psalm 46:1: My Safe Place
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.Psalm 46:1 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is my safe place and my strength. He helps when things are hard.
Run to God when things are hard.
Proverbs 17:17: A True Friend
A friend loves at all times; and a brother is born for adversity.Proverbs 17:17 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: A friend loves you all the time.
Good friends love on good and bad days.
1 John 4:8: God Is Love
He who doesn’t love doesn’t know God, for God is love.1 John 4:8 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is love.
Everything God does is love.
Psalm 118:24: This Is the Day!
This is the day that the LORD has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it!Psalm 118:24 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: This is the day God made. Let's be happy and glad!
Today is a gift. Enjoy it!
Psalm 107:1: Say Thank You
Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.Psalm 107:1 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Give thanks to God, because he is so good!
Every good thing is a gift from God.
Matthew 14:27: Don't Be Afraid
But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Cheer up! It is I! Don’t be afraid.”Matthew 14:27 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Jesus said, "Be brave! It is me. Don't be afraid."
Jesus comes to help when you're scared.
Matthew 5:9: Peacemakers
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.Matthew 5:9 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: Happy are people who help others make peace.
Help friends get along.
Psalm 145:9: Good to All
The LORD is good to all. His tender mercies are over all his works.Psalm 145:9 · World English Bible (British Edition)
For kids: God is good to everyone, and he loves everything he made.
God cares for every creature.
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