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The Bible places significant emphasis on the importance of children knowing and understanding the Scriptures. From a young age, children are encouraged to learn about God's Word, which serves as a foundation for their spiritual growth and moral development. The Scriptures provide guidance, wisdom, and knowledge that are essential for leading a life that is pleasing to God.

Biblical Instruction for Children

The Bible explicitly instructs parents and guardians to teach their children the ways of the Lord. In Deuteronomy 6:6-7 , it is written, "These words I am commanding you today are to be upon your hearts. And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up." This passage underscores the importance of integrating Scripture into the daily lives of children, ensuring that they grow up with a strong understanding of God's commandments.

The Role of Scripture in a Child's Life

Scripture serves as a moral compass for children, guiding them in making righteous decisions. Psalm 119:105 states, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." This metaphor highlights how the Bible illuminates the path of life, helping children discern right from wrong and navigate the challenges they may face.

Examples of Godly Children in the Bible

The Bible provides numerous examples of children who knew the Scriptures and lived according to God's will. One such example is Timothy, who was taught the Scriptures from a young age by his mother and grandmother. In 2 Timothy 3:15 , Paul writes to Timothy, "From infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus." Timothy's knowledge of the Scriptures equipped him for his role in the early church and his ministry alongside Paul.

Encouragement for Children to Study the Bible

Children are encouraged to study the Bible diligently and to seek understanding. Proverbs 22:6 advises, "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." This verse emphasizes the long-lasting impact of a strong biblical foundation, suggesting that children who are taught the Scriptures will carry those teachings into adulthood.

The Blessings of Knowing the Scriptures

Knowing the Scriptures brings numerous blessings to children. It instills in them a sense of purpose, identity, and belonging as part of God's family. Psalm 119:11 declares, "I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You." By internalizing God's Word, children are better equipped to resist temptation and live lives that honor God.

In summary, the Bible underscores the importance of children knowing the Scriptures, providing them with a foundation for spiritual growth and moral integrity. Through diligent study and application of God's Word, children can develop a deep and abiding faith that will guide them throughout their lives.

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2 Timothy 3:15
And that from a child you have known the holy scriptures, which are able to make you wise to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
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Lions Lacking --But the Children Satisfied
... liveries of white and yellow that the children know not where to ... But do you know
that these young lions so ... words of Jehovah, "do not lack any good thing." They ...
/.../spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/lions lackingbut the children satisfied.htm

The Duty of Searching the Scriptures
... You may reply, How shall we know this ... I read what the world calls harmless books,
as other children in knowledge ... still do; but now I have tasted the good word of ...
/.../whitefield/selected sermons of george whitefield/the duty of searching the.htm

A Letter from Origen to Gregory.
... and begetting a child, who was brought up with the children of Pharaoh ... to you has
made me thus bold; but whether my boldness be good, God will know, and His ...
//christianbookshelf.org/origen/origens letters/a letter from origen to 2.htm

Good Works
... the Scriptures, singing psalms, repeating sermons, catechising their children, and
prayer ... no holiness of your own, and no good works at all; I know you have ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 2 1856/good works.htm

The Scriptures Reveal Eternal Life through Jesus Christ
... yet tis not seen, because they cannot know it nor ... of himself, of his grace and mercy,
and good will to ... is the Lord's voice to his own children, bastards cannot ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/lecture iv the scriptures reveal.htm

Of the Scriptures
... his commands as he pleases to his children or servants ... Though thou hear the
word,"though thou know the word ... yet all that will be no foundation, as good as none ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/lecture v of the scriptures.htm

The Good Shepherd.
... the founder of the Jewish race, and the father of whom all Christians are children
by faith ... The sheep of the Good Shepherd hear his voice, know it, and ...
/.../johnson/the new testament commentary vol iii john/the good shepherd.htm

Faith
... Joseph, when he died, made mention of the departure of the children of Israel ... makes
a mistake; for while we do not trust in good works, we know that faith ...
//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 3 1857/faith.htm

Chapter xxi.
... thing instead of another, when we ask Him; since we even, although we are evil,
know how to ... For we do not deceive our children; and whatever good things we ...
/.../augustine/our lords sermon on the mount/chapter xxi 2.htm

Days of Conflict
... They did not know that for our sake He had ... and the mother's tender watchcare over
her children, as of ... She saw Him sacrificing Himself for the good of others. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/white/the desire of ages/chapter 9 days of conflict.htm