Some people brought their children to Jesus so that He could put His hands on them and bless them, but the disciples rebuked them. Maybe they thought that Jesus was too busy. Maybe they thought that children were unimportant. Whatever the reason, they didn't think Jesus would want to take the time to bless these little children. Jesus had a different idea. He told them to let the children come to Him. For of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Several things stand out to me in these verses:
- Jesus' care for children. Jesus realized the importance of training children properly and being sure to influence them in the right way.
- Jesus had no respect of persons. The children were just as important to him as the Roman centurion.
- Of such is the kingdom of heaven. Jesus realized that these children were the future of His earthly kingdom. It was these little children who would someday make up his church. Besides that, the church is made up of people with childlike spirits
Lord, help me to be willing to take time for children. Help me not to look down on the young, the feeble and the weak. Help me to have a childlike trust and willingness to serve You with my whole heart.
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