“But Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come
to Me, and do not forbid them: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.’”—Matthew
19:14
I have known of couples who have
given birth to children that the doctor’s have said was a medical
impossibility. But because the parents
believed the promises of God, they were able to conceive and bear their
child. In Hebrews chapter 11, we read
account after account of children who were children of promise. Isaac was born to Abraham and Sarah when they
were older. Twins, Jacob and Esau, along
with Joseph’s children were also called children of promise. Moses, the promised deliverer, was a child of
promise.
As you read this today, I encourage
you to think about the promise that God has given you concerning your
child/children. Perhaps you have a
promise concerning a children’s ministry, or your children or
grandchildren. Whether your children are
your own or spiritual children, God’s promises are still relevant for them
today.
We as adults are admonished by
scripture to bring our children up in the fear and reverence of the Lord. We are instructed to teach our children not
to be feel intimidated when coming into the presence of the Lord; but on the
other hand, He desires an intimate relationship with them, not a casual
one.
We must stand guard over our
children with the Word of God and by the example of our lives. Children are always watching and they mimic
what they see. Let your life be a
reflection of hope and joy for the young lives around you today.
Prayer—Father
I thank you for the promises that You have made in Your Word concerning Your
children. May they enjoy the fruits of
your righteousness as they follow the examples of goodness and joy, in Jesus’
Name. Amen.
