Matthew 19:14
Jesus can teach us so much and yet say so little! The children had just as much a claim to the time and attention of Christ as did anyone else. The statement of Christ here means at least three things. First, physical age and spiritual condition are not linked. One may be very old in the flesh, and yet never born spiritually. One might die at a young age and yet be a very mature believer. Second, it means that there are a large number of young persons who will be in heaven. Indeed, it seems quite likely that most of those who we will live with in eternity will have been saved at an early age. Finally, it means that nobody will be a part of Christ’s kingdom who is there for his or her position or standing in this life. It could very well be that a man who has great authority here on earth may serve side by side with an aborted infant in heaven. The status we attain here in physical things may have little bearing on our future in that glorious place.
Bible Reading: Luke 18:1-19:48
Scripture Memory: 1 John 5:10 “He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made him a liar; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, how could we ever get to the end of understanding You. To know more about You is the great pursuit of life. Knowing the Eternal, wow what a thought! You are so far beyond all that we could ever hope to grasp. Thank You for Your book, the Bible. It is the thing that invades our reality and gives us a vision of You in all Your glory. May Your name be always praised! In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman recovering from surgery. Pray for a man who needs the Lord in his life. Pray for a young family that needs direction.
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