Do You Have Child-like Faith?

 N.T.#228 "Do You Have Childe-like Faith?"

January 23, 2024 

Matthew 19-Part 6

LET IT GLOW

Sunday I was blessed to lead children's church. We have preschoolers in the class. How refreshing and inspiring it was to see them singing, listening to a Bible story, and sharing about their life. Jesus loves the little children. We adults could learn from their trusting ways. 

In verses 13-15, we see into the heart of Jesus. Our Savior did not need His disciples to be his body guards or bouncers. Jesus was approachable, available, and accessible to everyone. He touched every kind of person-young and old, poor and rich, sick and healthy, corrupt and honest, harsh and courteous, hateful and loving, humble and proud, the devoted follower and the cruel critic. There was no need for an appointment, invitation, or special permission to speak with Jesus. The most important man who ever walked the face of the earth took time for people. His compassion was evident in these verses.

A group of parents brough their little children to Jesus for a blessing and a prayer. However, the disciples did not want to be bothered with the youngsters. They rebuked (forbid; censure or admonish0  the group. Probably they were trying to send them away.

How did Jesus respond to the situation?

• He told the disciples to suffer (to send; remit; let alone) the little children. 
• Forbid (prevent (by word or act; keep from) them not to come unto Him.
• For the kingdom of heaven belongs to those who are like these children.
•  Then Jesus laid His hands on their head and blessed the children before He left.

Oo, Jesus rebuked the disciples. Anyone could bother Him. I wonder how many children He has touched through the ages. Child-like faith to trust in Jesus is what we need to be saved and a child of the King. Don't we all need that kind of faith?

Jesus loves the children. He died for them, too. Do we witness to children of Jesus' saving grace and love?

LET IT GROW

Adults could do well to observe the simple faith of children. Their simplicity, openness, honesty, and wonder perfectly illustrates the kind of person we all need to be. Children have no agenda, reluctance, pretenses, no self-consciousness. They can praise the Savior and believe in Him so much easier than adults. Spend time with those with runny noses, unpleasant odors, toothless smiles, and silly questions. It won't be wasted. (Swindoll)

Adults let pride and stubbornness get in their way to Jesus. Neediness is so important. Have you asked Jesus to forgive your sins and be Your Savior? 

LET IT GO

Help us receive little children, pray for them, show Your love to them, Jesus.

May we care for and protect God's children.

Thank Yo for allowing us to become children of God.