Dive Deeper: Bible Verse Discussion Questions

Memorizing Bible verses is a wonderful way for kids to hide God’s Word in their hearts. But learning Scripture isn’t just about saying the words—it’s about living them out. That’s where conversations come in.

As parents, grandparents, teachers, or caregivers you have the chance to help children connect each verse to real life. Asking simple, open-ended questions makes the verses personal and practical. It gives kids space to think, respond, and discover how God’s Word applies to everyday situations.

Here are some basic types of questions:

1. Understanding the Verse: “What do you think this verse means?” This helps kids put the verse into their own words.

2. Personal Connection: “When have you felt this in your own life?” This helps them see how the verse relates to their experiences at home, school, or with friends.

3. Practical Application: “What’s one way you can live out this verse today?” This helps kids turn knowledge into action.

Memory Verses in Action Questions

Below are questions related to the verses in our new book, Memory Verses in Action:

1. John 3:16 – For God So Loved the World

1. What gift did God give the world?

2. How does Jesus show us God’s love?

3. Why did Jesus die on the cross, and why is it important that He rose again?

4. What is sin, and how does it affect our relationship with God?

5. What do you think eternal life with Jesus is like?

6. Do you believe that Jesus died for you?

7. What helps your faith grow? (Reading the Bible, praying, worshiping, etc.)

8. How can you share God’s love with someone this week?

9. Who said this verse?

2. Joshua 1:9 – Be Strong and Courageous

1. What does it mean to be strong and courageous?

2. When do you feel nervous or scared?

3. Who does God promise will always be with you?

4. How can you remember that God is with you when things feel hard?

5. What helps you feel strong in your faith?

6. Who did God speak these words to?

7. Who was Joshua leading?

8. What are two important victories mentioned in the book of Joshua?

9. Who can you encourage to be strong and courageous this week?

3. Psalm 139:14 – Wonderfully Made

1. What does it mean to be “wonderfully made”?

2. How do you know God made you with love and care?

3. What is one thing you like about how God made you?

4. What are some of your unique traits or abilities?

5. How does it feel to know God made you special on purpose?

6. How can you use the way God made you to help or encourage others?

7. How should knowing God made everyone special change how we treat people?

8. What is one way you can thank God this week for creating you?

9. What does the Bible say God knows about you?

10. How many hairs do you think are on your head?

4. Philippians 4:6 – Don’t Worry, Pray Instead

1. What does it mean to pray about everything?

2. What is another word for anxious?

3. What does God want you to do when you feel worried?

4. Can you name one thing you prayed about recently?

5. How can prayer help you feel peace instead of worry?

6. What kinds of things can you talk to God about?

7. What is one thing you can thank God for today?

8. What is one thing you can ask God for help with?

9. Who wrote this verse?

10. Where was he when he wrote it?

11. What did he choose to do instead of worrying?

5. Psalm 100:1–2 – Shout for Joy

1. Why do you think God loves it when we praise Him?

2. What is your favorite way to praise God?

3. What is your favorite song about God or Jesus?

4. How can you praise God today?

5. What does it mean for the earth to “shout to the Lord”?

6. What are the Psalms?

7. How did God’s people praise Him in Bible times?

6. Proverbs 15:1 – Gentle Words Bring Peace

1. What is the difference between gentle words and harsh words?

2. How do gentle words make people feel?

3. How do harsh words make people feel?

4. Which kind of words help calm a situation?

5. Can you think of a time when gentler words would have helped?

6. What are some examples of gentle and wise responses?

7. Who wrote the book of Proverbs?

8. What was he known for?

9. About how many wise sayings did he speak?

7. Psalm 107:1 – Give Thanks to the Lord

1. What are three things you are thankful for right now?

2. Why is it important to thank God?

3. According to this verse, what is God like?

4. What does it mean that His love endures forever?

5. How can you remember to thank God every day?

6. Why do you think God reminds us to be thankful so often?

7. How does thankfulness change our hearts?

8. Psalm 119:105 – God’s Word Is a Lamp

1. What does this verse say God’s Word is like?

2. How is the Bible like a light?

3. What happens when you don’t have light?

4. When do you need God’s Word to guide you?

5. What Bible verse or story helps you make good choices?

6. What is the longest chapter in the book of Psalms?

7. How many verses does it have?

8. How can God’s Word help you shine for others?

9. Ephesians 4:32 – Be Kind and Compassionate

1. What three things does this verse tell us to do?

2. What does it mean to be kind and compassionate?

3. How does it feel when someone is kind to you?

4. How did Jesus show kindness?

5. What does it mean to forgive someone?

6. According to this verse, who has forgiven you?

7. How did Jesus show forgiveness?

8. Is there someone you need to forgive?

9. How can forgiving others show God’s love?

10. Micah 6:8 – What Does the Lord Require?

1. What three things does the Lord require in this verse?

2. What does it mean to act justly?

3. What does it mean to love mercy?

4. What does it mean to walk humbly with God?

5. Why are justice and mercy important to God?

6. How can you show mercy this week?

7. What does walking humbly with God look like in daily life?

8. What is an interesting fact about the book of Micah?

11. Colossians 3:20 – Obey Your Parents

1. Why does obeying parents, teachers, or caregivers please God?

2. What is something your parents ask you to do often?

3. What does it mean to obey with a happy heart?

4. Why is quick obedience important?

5. Should we obey only when it is easy—or also when it is hard?

6. How does obedience help families live in peace?

7. How does obeying your parents show love to God?

8. Which commandment says, “Honor your father and mother”?

9. Can you find the Ten Commandments in your Bible?

12. 1 John 4:19 – We Love Because God Loves

1. Who loved us first?

2. How did God show His love for us?

3. How does God show love for you today?

4. How does God’s love help us love others?

5. Who can you show God’s love to this week?

6. What are some ways you can show love?

7. Who wrote this verse?

8. What was he sometimes called?

9. Why do you think he wrote so much about love?

13. Philippians 4:13 – I Can Do All Things

1. Who gives us strength?

2. What are some things that feel hard for you right now?

3. How can Jesus help you in those moments?

4. Does this verse mean God gives us superpowers like flying or lifting cars?

5. What does it mean instead?

6. Who wrote this verse?

7. What was happening in his life when he wrote it?

8. Who can you encourage with this verse this week?

14. James 1:5 – Ask God for Wisdom

1. What is wisdom?

2. What does it mean to ask God for wisdom?

3. What does this verse promise when we ask?

4. Why doesn’t God want us to figure everything out on our own?

5. When do you need wisdom most?

6. How can you remember to pray for wisdom first?

7. Who was the wisest man in the Old Testament?

8. What did Solomon ask God for?

9. What did God do when Solomon asked?

10. Who helps give us wisdom today?

15. Psalm 56:3 – Trust God When You’re Afraid

1. What are some things that make you feel afraid?

2. Is it okay to feel afraid sometimes?

3. What does it mean to trust God?

4. Who wrote this verse?

5. What scary things did he face?

6. How does God help us when we are afraid?

7. What can you do the next time you feel scared?

8. What words from this verse can you say when fear comes?

16. Psalm 23:1 – The Lord Is My Shepherd

1. How does a shepherd take care of sheep?

2. How does God take care of us like a shepherd?

3. What does it mean that “The Lord is my shepherd”?

4. What does it mean that “I lack nothing”?

5. What are some things God provides every day?

6. Where do you need God’s guidance right now?

7. How can this verse help when you feel worried?

17. Matthew 5:16 – Shine Your Light

1. How does light help us?

2. What would life be like without light?

3. What does it mean to shine your light?

4. How can your actions show people God’s love?

5. What are some examples of good deeds?

6. Why does Jesus want others to see our good works?

7. How does shining your light bring glory to God?

8. What is one way you can shine your light this week?

9. Who said this verse?

10. What did Jesus call Himself?

18. Luke 6:31 – The Golden Rule

1. What is this verse called?

2. What does the Golden Rule mean?

3. How do you like others to treat you?

4. How can you treat others the same way?

5. How can you follow the Golden Rule with your words?

6. How can you follow it with your actions?

7. How can you practice it at home or with friends?

8. What makes it hard to follow sometimes?

9. How does this verse help you choose kindness?

19. Romans 12:21 – Overcome Evil With Good

1. What does it mean to overcome evil with good?

2. Why is it hard to choose good when someone is unkind?

3. How can kindness stop an argument?

4. What is God’s idea of winning?

5. How did Jesus respond when people hurt Him?

6. What is one good choice you can practice today?

7. How does choosing good show God’s love?

20. Psalm 119:11 – Hide God’s Word in Your Heart

1. What does it mean to hide God’s Word in your heart?

2. Why is God’s Word like treasure?

3. How can remembering verses help you make good choices?

4. How does God’s Word help when you feel tempted or unsure?

5. What is one way you can keep God’s Word in your heart every day?

6. When are good times to practice remembering Scripture?

7. What was your favorite verse from this book?

8. How did Jesus use Scripture?

9. What verse do you want to hide in your heart next?

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We pray that these questions will help you and your child move beyond memorizing words to truly understanding and living out God’s Word. Take a few minutes each week to talk, listen, and pray together—may you be blessed by this time together!

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