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Mark 10:14 Β· KJV

"But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God."

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Passage Context

12And if a woman shall put away her husband, and be married to another, she committeth adultery.
13And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.
14But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.
15Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.
16And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.

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Devotional Reflection

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We beings are always attempting to determine our place in the "food chain." Jesus informs His followers that if they really want to be members of His Kingdom, they must abandon the daily norms of the pecking order. In fact, He was furious with them because they wouldn't allow little children to see Him. They didn't appear to believe the tiny kids were worth their Master's time, energy, or attention. As He often did, Jesus flipped their typical worldly ideals on their heads, telling them that if they wanted to comprehend God's Kingdom, they needed to pay more attention to the character of babies rather than their own sense of significance.

Prayer

Thank you for considering me to be your child, Father. As I strive to live for You and Your Kingdom, restore to me the amazement, humility, and awe that once filled me! In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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