Every believer starts as a babe in Christ, new to the faith and in need of spiritual nourishment. The Bible speaks of spiritual growth, encouraging believers to move from milk to solid food in their walk with God.
Just as a child learns and matures, so must new believers grow in faith, wisdom, and understanding of God’s Word. Spiritual maturity requires time, study, and dependence on the Holy Spirit for guidance.
Powerful Bible Verses About Babes in Christ
1. 1 Corinthians 3:1-2
“And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able.”
2. Hebrews 5:12-14
“For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.”
3. 1 Peter 2:2
“As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby.”
4. Ephesians 4:14
“That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive.”
5. Matthew 18:3
“And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.”
6. 1 John 2:12-13
“I write unto you, little children, because your sins are forgiven you for his name’s sake. I write unto you, fathers, because ye have known him that is from the beginning. I write unto you, young men, because ye have overcome the wicked one. I write unto you, little children, because ye have known the Father.”
7. Psalm 119:130
“The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.”
8. Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
9. Luke 2:52
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.”
10. Colossians 2:6-7
“As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him: Rooted and built up in him, and stablished in the faith, as ye have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.”
11. Galatians 4:19
“My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you.”
12. 1 John 3:1
“Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.”
13. Romans 8:15
“For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.”
14. 2 Timothy 3:16-17
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.”
15. Psalm 19:7
“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.”
16. John 1:12
“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.”
17. Romans 12:2
“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
18. Titus 3:5
“Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.”
19. Philippians 1:6
“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
20. Hebrews 6:1
“Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God.”
21. John 14:26
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
22. 2 Peter 3:18
“But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.”
23. Isaiah 40:31
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
24. John 16:13
“Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”
25. Romans 10:17
“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
26. Psalm 34:8
“O taste and see that the Lord is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him.”
27. Colossians 3:16
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”
28. James 1:5
“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.”
29. Matthew 4:4
“But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”
30. 1 Corinthians 14:20
“Brethren, be not children in understanding: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men.”
31. Isaiah 28:9
“Whom shall he teach knowledge? and whom shall he make to understand doctrine? them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breasts.”
32. Psalm 25:9
“The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way.”
33. Matthew 7:24
“Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock.”
34. Proverbs 9:9
“Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be yet wiser: teach a just man, and he will increase in learning.”
35. John 15:5
“I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.”
Our Thought on What the Bible Says About Babes in Christ
The Bible highlights the journey from being babes in Christ to spiritual maturity. New believers require guidance, patience, and sound doctrine to grow in their faith. Just as an infant needs nourishment to thrive, Christians must feed on God’s Word to develop a strong foundation.
Spiritual growth is a process that requires discipline, perseverance, and obedience to God’s will. While babes in Christ start with the basics, they are expected to mature in faith, discernment, and godly wisdom. The goal is not to remain stagnant but to become spiritually strong, ready for deeper truths and service in God’s kingdom.
Mature believers have a responsibility to nurture and disciple those who are new in the faith. By walking in righteousness, studying the Word, and staying connected to Christ, all believers can progress from spiritual infancy to maturity, fulfilling God’s purpose in their lives.