Here are 25 Bible scriptures for birthdays — encouraging verses to reflect on God’s goodness, purpose, and faithfulness in each year of life. Each of these verses reminds us that life is a gift from God and every birthday is a chance to reflect on His ongoing work in us.
1. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
2. Psalm 139:13-14 (NIV)
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made…
3. Psalm 90:12 (NIV)
Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.
4. Proverbs 9:11 (NIV)
For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.
5. Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV)
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
6. Psalm 37:4 (NIV)
Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
7. James 1:17 (NIV)
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights…
8. Philippians 1:6 (NIV)
…he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
9. Isaiah 46:4 (NIV)
Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you.
10. Psalm 118:24 (NIV)
The Lord has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
11. 3 John 1:2 (NIV)
Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you…
12. Isaiah 43:1 (NIV)
…Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.
13. Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV)
The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you…
14. Psalm 23:6 (NIV)
Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life…
15. Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV)
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.
16. Colossians 1:11 (NIV)
…being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might…
17. Romans 15:13 (NIV)
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him…
18. Psalm 91:16 (NIV)
With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.
19. Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV)
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the Lord your God goes with you…
20. Ephesians 2:10 (NIV)
For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works…
21. Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)
The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you…
22. Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)
In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.
23. Psalm 34:8 (NIV)
Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.
24. Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
…those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles…
25. Galatians 6:9 (NIV)
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
26. Psalm 71:6 (NIV)
From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.
27. Job 12:10 (NIV)
In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.
28. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV)
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
29. Psalm 40:5 (NIV)
Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with you…
30. Romans 8:28 (NIV)
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.