[The Mayor]

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May 24, 2010

Bring Them To Jesus

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READ: Luke 18:15-17

Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. —Mark 10:14

The Scripture reading from Luke 18 about children seemed unusual at the memorial service for David Holquist. After all, he was 77 when he died.

Yet the pastor said the verses fit David, a long-time college professor, perfectly. Part of his legacy was that he took time for children—his own and others’. He made balloon animals and puppets, and helped in a puppet ministry at church. When planning worship services with others, he frequently asked, “What about the children?” He was concerned about what would help the children—not just the adults—to worship God.

Luke 18 shows us the concern Jesus had for children. When people brought little ones to Him, the disciples wanted to protect Jesus, a busy man, from the bothersome children. But it seems that Jesus was not at all bothered by them. Just the opposite. The Bible says that Jesus was “greatly displeased” at the disciples, and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them” (v.16). Mark adds that Jesus took them in His arms and blessed them (10:14-16).

Let’s examine our own attitude about children and then follow the example of David Holquist. Find some ways to help them come to Jesus.

To those who are teaching the gospel,
With love in their hearts for its truth,
Comes the gentle reminder from heaven,
“Forget not the children and youth.” —Anon.

God has great concern for little children.

Bible in One Year: 1 Chronicles 22-24; John 8:28-59

[pollywog]

Thank you Mayor for your faithfulness in sharing “ Our Daily Bread” .

This was a heartwarming devotion today.

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Rus.
Thank you for another helping of Our Daily Bread.
Just want to let you know that I sure do appreciate you and your morning posts.

Have a lovely day.

[geologist]

“Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them” (v.16). Mark adds that Jesus took them in His arms and blessed them (10:14)
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As FOR ME ... I come to Jesus as a little child, in the knowledge of Him and his Father. There is so much I/we do not see, or understand, or realize. We have a veiled atmosphere around us that keeps us focused on ourselves and the immediate surroundings. MO

What we are doing, what we want to do, what we need to do. what is next? etc...

Perhaps others might connect with this too. We are so caught up in our routines, and behind in many of them that we fall into overwhelm at times. there are many things it would be good to do, that simply do not happen. Forgive me Father for my offenses in Your sight.

God help us in our day, in Jesus name, amen.