Jesus and His Children

Mark 10:13-16 —
“People were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” And he took the children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them.”

And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. “Whoever receives one such child in my name receives me, but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea.

(Matthew 18:2-6 ESV)

Children are a gift from God; they are so humble, for they do not know sin yet. Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one’s youth. Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! He shall not be put to shame when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.
(Psalms 127:3-5 ESV)

(Genesis 33:5 ESV)
And when Esau lifted up his eyes and saw the women and children, he said, “Who are these with you?” Jacob said, “The children whom God has graciously given your servant.”

Jesus is the special Friend of children. He once told His disciples that the angels of little ones are always very close to God in heaven. Children are so trusting; they are very, very special to God. He thinks of every child as a special treasure. Jesus asks that you teach your children, no matter what age about Him. For small children understand what He means when He says come to me. Pray over your children daily, give them to Jesus to watch over, never ever forget they are on loan to you, they really belong to Him. Learn from your children, listen when they talk…surround them with Christians that believe and trust in God. Read bible stories to them, they absorb like a sponge. Most importantly let them know what Jesus gave up for us. Always let them know that they are loved by you and their Heavenly Father. God bless you all.