He is Risen: Lent Devotional for Moms and Kidsنموونە

He is Risen

by Tara Davis

Day 9: Let the Little Children Come to Him (ornament in “R” flag)

Read: Matthew 19:13-14

Discuss: One day, when Jesus was teaching, large crowds of people gathered to hear His words. Parents began to shuffle close, arms around their little children, longing to see Jesus. Imagine what these loving parents were thinking as the warm Judean breeze ruffled their children’s hair, and birds soared above. Their one hope was that Jesus would embrace their sweet children and pray over them. Of course, the disciples had taken on the task of keeping the crowd in order, making it possible for Jesus to continue His message. They rebuked the parents, telling them that Jesus was too busy for little trifles such as these.

Jesus glanced at his friends, “Let the little children come to me! Do not hold them back! The Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these!” Jesus placed His gentle, loving hands on their little heads and prayed for them as only their Savior could. Oh, how Jesus loves children, just like you! He wants you to come to Him every day, all the time! He wants you to talk to Him. He wants to show you His amazing love for you, a love that is wider, longer, higher, and deeper than any love you have ever experienced. (Ephesians 3:14-21)!

1 Timothy 4:12 encourages, “ Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and purity.” God has a special plan for you! Run to Him, talk to Him, and let Him teach you how to live for Him in an amazing way! Children are so precious to Jesus, especially you, my sweet one!