What Jesus Thought of Children

What Jesus Thought of Children                                              June 8, 2025

“At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, ‘Who then is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’  And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, and said, ‘Truly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become like children, you shall not enter the kingdom of heaven.  Whoever then humbles himself as this child, he is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.  And whoever receives one such child in My name receives Me; but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to stumble, it is better for him that a heavy millstone be hung around his neck, and that he be drown in the depths of the sea.'” (Matthew 18:1-6)

Children brought Jesus much joy because of the kind of heart they had.  They were innocent, and often displayed a sweetness and consideration for others that Jesus had not seen in many adults that He had taught.  Instead those adults often displayed an arrogance and selfishness in their interactions with others, especially Him.  No wonder Jesus enjoyed having children in His presence.

Such humility and gentleness are two characteristics of those who are the greatest in the kingdom of God.  If one wants to be great in God’s kingdom then be like a child and have their kind of heart.

This past week, while Andrew & Stephanie Russell were watching television, Andrew noticed that his daughter, June, was writing something.  He asked her what it was and she replied, “It was about her and God.”  After reading it, he was deeply touched.  I was as well after he let me read it.

So please enjoy what Jesus saw in children as you read June’s letter about God below.  In so doing you’ll know exactly what Jesus thought about children.

June About God

Once upon a time there was a person named God.

He made you and me and the earth.

He is so special, you need Him.

You should thank Him.

You are to pray every day.

His Son Jesus is precious which means that He is good.

Bless God every day by praying and thanking Him.

God is your Father.

Brian Thompson