Blessing Children

Matthew 19:13-15, Mark 10:13-16, Luke 18:15-17
Jesus loved children, the disciples saw them as a bother but Jesus was refreshed by their innocence and genuine love.  What a contrast they were to the arrogant Pharisees who challenged Him daily.  Children are drawn to goodness which explains why they flocked around Jesus.  I remember hearing of Him as a child my self and longed for the day He would come for me.  My heart was open which is how Jesus explains to the disciples that this is the way of the Kingdom, they must come to God as a child would, open, willing to believe and to do whatever is asked of them.  Again, how simple the instruction.  Jesus blessed the children then as He still does today.  I love the words…”He took them up in His arms, put His hands upon them, and blessed them”.  How comforting to be loved in the arms of the Savior and to have His hand of blessing upon your head.  The beautiful thing is that in Christ we are all His children.  He longs to comfort, He longs to bless, He longs to care for and tend His flock of children.  Rejoice in His arms!