Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to honor the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who have shaped our lives with love, wisdom, and strength. Whether you’re writing a card or sharing a message, incorporating a Bible verse can convey deep spiritual encouragement and heartfelt appreciation. These scriptures reflect God’s view of fatherhood, love, guidance, and legacy.
28 Bible Verses for Father’s Day Cards
1. Proverbs 20:7
“The righteous who walks in his integrity—blessed are his children after him!”
This verse praises fathers who live with integrity, promising a blessing upon their children. It’s a reminder that a father’s example leaves a lasting legacy.
2. Psalm 103:13
“As a father shows compassion to his children, so the Lord shows compassion to those who fear him.”
This scripture beautifully compares a father’s love to God’s compassion, making it perfect for honoring a caring dad.
3. Ephesians 6:4
“Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.”
This verse encourages dads to lead with patience and godliness, nurturing their children’s spiritual growth.
4. Proverbs 22:6
“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”
This verse honors the influence of a father’s guidance in a child’s life and faith journey.
5. Colossians 3:21
“Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged.”
This shows the importance of gentle fatherhood, highlighting a dad’s role in building his child’s confidence and joy.
6. Joshua 24:15
“But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
This declaration of faith from Joshua represents the spiritual leadership of a father in his home.
7. Proverbs 14:26
“In the fear of the Lord one has strong confidence, and his children will have a refuge.”
A godly father provides a secure spiritual shelter for his children, rooted in his faith.
8. Psalm 127:3-5
“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.”
This passage speaks of the blessing children are to a father, and the joy of fatherhood.
9. Deuteronomy 6:6-7
“And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children…”
Fathers are called to be teachers of the Word, faithfully passing down God’s truth to their children.
10. Malachi 4:6
“And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers…”
This prophetic verse speaks of healing relationships, showing God’s desire for close father-child bonds.
11. 1 Corinthians 16:13-14
“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.”
This is a call to strength and love—an ideal scripture for encouraging godly manhood and fatherhood.
12. Proverbs 3:11-12
“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline… for the Lord reproves him whom he loves, as a father the son in whom he delights.”
This verse reveals how discipline, done in love, is a reflection of delight and care.
13. Hebrews 12:7
“It is for discipline that you have to endure. God is treating you as sons. For what son is there whom his father does not discipline?”
Fatherly discipline is a mark of love and care, modeled after God’s own fatherhood.
14. Genesis 18:19
“For I have chosen him, that he may command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the Lord…”
God praised Abraham for leading his family in faith, an example for fathers today.
15. Luke 15:20
“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him…”
This verse from the prodigal son parable shows the depth of a father’s forgiveness and love.
16. 3 John 1:4
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.”
A father’s greatest joy is spiritual—seeing his children live out their faith.
17. Exodus 20:12
“Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long…”
One of the Ten Commandments, this is a powerful reminder of the respect due to fathers.
18. Proverbs 23:24
“The father of the righteous will greatly rejoice; he who fathers a wise son will be glad in him.”
Fatherhood brings joy when children walk in wisdom and righteousness.
19. Matthew 7:9-11
“Or which one of you, if his son asks him for bread, will give him a stone?…”
Jesus highlights the natural goodness of earthly fathers to reflect God’s greater goodness.
20. Isaiah 64:8
“But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter…”
This verse reminds us of God’s shaping hand—an image fathers can follow in nurturing character.
21. 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
“For you know how, like a father with his children, we exhorted each one of you…”
Paul uses the role of a father to describe spiritual mentorship and encouragement.
22. Proverbs 4:1
“Hear, O sons, a father’s instruction, and be attentive, that you may gain insight.”
Wise fathers pass on instruction that leads to understanding and insight.
23. Job 1:5
“Job… would rise early… and offer burnt offerings… Thus Job did continually.”
Job’s consistent intercession for his children is a powerful example of spiritual leadership.
24. Proverbs 17:6
“Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers.”
This celebrates both grandfathers and fathers as blessings across generations.
25. Deuteronomy 1:31
“…The Lord your God carried you, as a man carries his son…”
A tender metaphor of how a father carries and supports his child, echoed in God’s care.
26. Matthew 3:17
“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.”
God the Father’s voice over Jesus is a divine affirmation—perfect for honoring a father who affirms his children.
27. Psalm 68:5
“Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation.”
God steps in as a father to the fatherless—this verse honors His perfect fatherhood.
28. Luke 11:13
“If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children…”
This verse praises earthly fathers’ generosity, reflecting the ultimate giver—our heavenly Father.
Conclusion
Including a Bible verse on a Father’s Day card transforms a simple note into a spiritual blessing. These scriptures offer words of affirmation, strength, and godly encouragement that uplift and honor the fathers in your life. If you’re exploring more ways to share biblical truth in everyday life, visit our Bible Guides and discover new Bible Study Topics that can deepen your understanding of fatherhood and faith.
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