9 Powerful Bible Verses for Pregnancy

When I was pregnant with my first child 5 years ago, I remember constantly being worried and anxious. I was so full of fear about all the potential “what ifs”. ‘What if she doesn’t develop properly? What if we struggle to support her financially? What if I have a miscarriage? What if we had complications during the delivery?‘ I was constantly terrified of potential threats, so much so that I didn’t fully enjoy my first few weeks of pregnancy. I was plagued with nightmares when I was asleep, and an underlying dread when I was awake.

The Holy Spirit eventually convicted me of my lack of trust in Him and His word. You see, God hasn’t given us a spirit of fear, but one of power, love and a sound mind (2 Tim. 1:7). While it is completely normal to be anxious and afraid when you’re pregnant – I mean, this is a HUGE undertaking – it’s not OK for us to allow fear to control us and rob us of the joy of bringing a new life into this world.

The following Bible verses for pregnancy are the same ones the Holy Spirit led me to 5 years ago. My prayer is that you will find comfort and confidence in God’s word as you prepare for your baby’s arrival.

9 Powerful Bible Verses For Pregnancy

For Confidence

They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them.

~ Psalm 112:7

For a healthy pregnancy

There will be no miscarriages or infertility in your land, and I will give you long, full lives.

~ Exodus 23:26

For a safe delivery

But women will be preserved (saved) through [the pain and dangers of] the bearing of children if they continue in faith and love and holiness with self-control and discretion.

~ 1 Timothy 2:15

“Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?” says the LORD. “Do I close up the womb when I bring to delivery?” says your God.

~ Isaiah 66:9

For an unexpected pregnancy

Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord. The fruit of the womb is a reward.

~ Psalm 127:3

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; Before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet to the nations.”

~ Jeremiah 1:5

For your baby’s development

You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body
and knit me together in my mother’s womb.
Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex!
Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it.
You watched me as I was being formed in utter seclusion,
as I was woven together in the dark of the womb.
You saw me before I was born.
Every day of my life was recorded in your book.
Every moment was laid out
before a single day had passed.

~ Psalm 139: 13 – 15

For Provision

And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.

~ Philippians 4:19

For Peace

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

~ Philippians 4:6-7

How to incorporate these Bible verses into your daily life

Print them out and post them where you can see them.
Set aside time each day to read, meditate on, and declare them out loud.
Recite them (or silently pray them) whenever you feel your baby move throughout the day.
Declare them out loud anytime you get a fearful or anxious thought.

God’s word is one of the most powerful weapons and tools we have as His children. Use these Bible verses for pregnancy as you prepare to welcome your little one into this world. Remember, God has good plans for you and your baby, so lean into His word to help you mentally prepare for the little miracle He’s entrusted you with.