God consistently shows that life begins before birth and that children are His sacred gift, known and valued by Him from conception.
Scripture on Babies
Psalm 139:13-14
Old Testament
"For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."
Jeremiah 1:5
Old Testament
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations."
Luke 1:41
New Testament
"When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting, the baby leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit."
Matthew 19:14
New Testament
"Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'"
Psalm 127:3
Old Testament
"Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him."
The Bottom Line
God doesn't wait until birth to know you — He's been forming you with purpose from the very start.
Try Today
Thank God for one specific child in your life, recognizing them as His handiwork and gift.
Prayer
Jesus told us to come to the Father with our hearts, promising 'Ask and it will be given to you' (Matthew 7:7).
Father, You are the giver of life, the one who forms each person with intention and love. Thank You that no life is an accident to You — every baby is known, seen, and purposed before they take their first breath. Forgive me when I've failed to see children as the treasure You say they are. Help me protect, honor, and champion the lives You're knitting together right now. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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