Birthdays are a special occasion in which we celebrate the gift of life and the unique journey of each of our lives. Although the Bible does not explicitly mention the celebration of birthdays, it does contain verses that reflect on the reason or significance of life, gratitude, and the blessings of God. Today, join us as we explore the bible verses along with commentary that can be attributed to a woman’s birthday:
Prayer
Dear Jesus, I ask that anyone celebrating or marking the essence of their living here on heart that you grant them their heart desires according to your will for their lives. Cause your face to shine upon them that they will be blessed and bless their generations in Jesus name. Amen
Psalm 139:13-16 (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; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Commentary: Acknowledging the intricate and intentional creation of each individual by God fosters a sense of wonder and gratitude for the gift of life.
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV):
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Commentary: Recognizing God’s purposeful plans for each person, instilling hope and assurance for the future.
Psalm 118:24 (NIV):
“This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.”
Commentary: A reminder to celebrate each day as a gift from the Lord, fostering a spirit of joy and gratitude.
Proverbs 9:11 (NIV):
“For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to your life.”
Commentary: Connecting wisdom with the potential for a long and fulfilling life, highlighting the value of seeking God’s guidance.
Psalm 91:16 (NIV):
“With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.”
Commentary: God’s promise of satisfaction and salvation, extends to those who seek Him and walk in His ways.
Job 12:12 (NIV):
“Is not wisdom found among the aged? Does not long life bring understanding?”
Commentary: Acknowledging the correlation between age, wisdom, and understanding, emphasizing the value of life experiences.
Proverbs 16:31 (NIV):
“Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness.”
Commentary: Esteeming the beauty and honour that come with age, mainly when lived in alignment with righteousness.
Psalm 65:11 (NIV):
“You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.”
Commentary: Recognizing God’s abundant blessings and provision, symbolized by the imagery of a crown on the passing year.
Psalm 92:14 (NIV):
“They will still bear fruit in old age, they will stay fresh and green.”
Commentary: Conveying the idea that a life rooted in God continues to bear fruit and remains vibrant even in old age.
James 1:17 (NIV):
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
Commentary: Acknowledging that the gift of life and every good thing comes from God, the unchanging source of blessings.
Ecclesiastes 11:8 (NIV):
“However many years anyone may live, let them enjoy them all. But let them remember the days of darkness, for there will be many.”
Commentary: Encouraging the enjoyment of every year of life while being mindful of the challenges recognizing the balance of joy and difficulties.
Psalm 16:11 (NIV):
“You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.”
Commentary: A reminder that true joy and fulfillment are found in God’s presence and the path of life He reveals.
Psalm 71:9 (NIV):
“Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone.”
Commentary: A prayer for God’s continued presence and care, expressing dependence on Him in every stage of life.
Isaiah 46:4 (NIV):
“Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.”
Commentary: God’s assurance of sustaining and carrying His people through every stage of life, including old age.
Psalm 23:6 (NIV):
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.”
Commentary: Reflecting on the enduring presence of God’s goodness and love throughout a lifetime, with the hope of eternal dwelling in His presence.
Psalm 90:12 (NIV):
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
Commentary: A prayer for wisdom and understanding in recognizing the brevity of life, emphasizing the importance of using time wisely.
Deuteronomy 5:33 (NIV):
“Walk in obedience to all that the Lord your God has commanded you, so that you may live and prosper and prolong your days in the land that you will possess.”
Commentary: Connecting obedience to God’s commands with the promise of a prosperous and prolonged life.
Philippians 1:6 (NIV):
“Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Commentary: Confidence in God’s ongoing work in the life of a believer, with the assurance of completion in Christ.
Proverbs 31:25 (NIV):
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
Commentary: Describing a woman adorned with strength and dignity, facing the future with confidence and joy.
Psalm 103:15-16 (NIV):
“The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more.”
Commentary: Acknowledging the transient nature of life, encouraging reflection on its brevity.
2 Corinthians 4:16 (NIV):
“Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.”
Commentary: An affirmation that spiritual renewal can occur even as the body may experience the effects of aging.
Psalm 37:4 (NIV):
“Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
Commentary: Encouraging a focus on finding joy and fulfillment in the Lord, with the promise that He fulfills the heart’s desires.
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.”
Commentary: Affirming God’s providential work for the good of those who love Him and are aligned with His purpose.
Psalm 37:23-24 (NIV):
“The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.”
Commentary: Trusting in the Lord’s guidance and assurance that He upholds and supports even in challenging times.
Isaiah 40:31 (NIV):
“but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Commentary: The promise of renewed strength for those who place their hope in the Lord, envisioning a life that transcends weariness.
Proverbs 3:24 (NIV):
“When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you lie down, your sleep will be sweet.”
Commentary: The assurance of God’s peace, bringing sweet sleep and freedom from fear.
Psalm 65:11 (NIV):
“You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.”
Commentary: Reflecting on the abundant blessings and provision of God, symbolized by the overflowing carts.
Psalm 103:2-5 (NIV):
“Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”
Commentary: A call to remember and praise God for His forgiveness, healing, redemption, love, and satisfaction.
1 Peter 3:3-4 (NIV):
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
Commentary: Emphasizing the enduring value of inner beauty, characterized by a gentle and quiet spirit, in the sight of God.
Psalm 37:39-40 (NIV):
“The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord; he is their stronghold in time of trouble. The Lord helps them and delivers them; he delivers them from the wicked and saves them because they take refuge in him.”
Commentary: The recognition that salvation, help, and deliverance come from the Lord, who serves as a stronghold and refuge for the righteous.
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