Jesus Blesses Little Children
(Matt. 19:13–15; Luke 18:15–17)
13 Then they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. 15 Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it." 16 And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them.—Mark 10:13-16
I need to plaster what Warren Wiersbe writes about this portion of Scripture where I can see it everyday.
“We tell the children to behave like adults, but Jesus tells the adults to model themselves after the children!
In what ways are children a pattern? In their humble dependence on others, their receptivity, their acceptance of themselves and their position in life. Of course, Jesus was speaking about an unspoiled child, not one who was trying to act like an adult.
A child enjoys much but can explain very little. Children live by faith. By faith they accept their lot, trusting others to care for them and see them through.
We enter God’s kingdom by faith, like little children: helpless, unable to save ourselves, totally dependent on the mercy and grace of God. We enjoy God’s kingdom by faith, believing that the Father loves us and will care for our daily needs. What does a child do when he or she has a hurt or a problem? Take it to Father and Mother! What an example for us to follow in our relationship with our heavenly Father! Yes, God wants us to be childlike, but not childish!”—Warren Wiersbe
