The Kingdom of God

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” — Matthew 19:14 

The disciples were quick to push the little children aside.

After all, they were getting in the way.

And they were disrupting the adult conversations.

But Jesus welcomed them into the midst of the gathering.

He must have surprised the disciples when he commanded them to send the children His way.

And especially when He told them not to hinder them or prevent them from coming.

The kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.

God asks us to bring our imagination and enthusiasm.

Let the Little Children Come

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” — Matthew 19:14

Jesus welcomed little children to talk with Him.

He welcomes, me, too, even when my questions seem childish or naive.

Jesus explained that the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.

People who come to Him with a childlike openness and eagerness.

And a willingness to love others.

Who are willing to follow Him wherever He leads.

 

God Clothes the Grass, and Me!

If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? — Matthew 6:30

God knows that I have little faith.

He wants me to trust Him.

And He is ready to prune me into the person He created me to be.

In perfect communion with Him.

But I wander far afield.

I don't stay on His path.

It must be frustrating for Him to see me all over the place.

Especially when His plan is ideal for me.

But I am one of little faith.

I stumble around and finally crawl back to Him.

But only after trying things my own way.

I'm stubborn and obstinate, just like Jonah.

Thank You, Lord, for caring for me, even so.