Jesus Blesses the Children
You Matter to Jesus
The Story
Mark 10:13-16
People were bringing their babies and young children to Jesus, wanting Him to touch and bless them. But the disciples blocked the way — they thought Jesus was too important and busy for children.
When Jesus saw what was happening, He was indignant — deeply upset! He said firmly, 'Let the children come to me. Don't stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children.'
Jesus said that anyone who wants to enter God's kingdom must receive it like a little child — with trust, wonder, and dependence. Kids actually have something adults often need to learn!
Jesus took the children in His arms, placed His hands on them, and blessed them one by one. YOU are important to Jesus — not someday when you're older, but right now, exactly as you are!
What Can We Learn?
Jesus Has Time for YOU
The disciples thought children were too small to matter to Jesus. Jesus proved them wrong! He always has time for you.
You Don't Have to Wait to Know Jesus
Jesus didn't say 'come back when you're older!' He said 'come NOW!' You can know Jesus right now.
Childlike Faith Is Powerful
Jesus said adults should be MORE like children in their faith — trusting, humble, full of wonder.
God Blesses You
Jesus placed His hands on each child and blessed them. God wants to bless you, every day!
Memory Verse
“Let the children come to me. Don't stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these children.”
Mark 10:14 (NLT)
Character Spotlight
Jesus
Friend of Children
Fun Facts:
- ★Was indignant when disciples blocked the children
- ★Said the kingdom belongs to those like children
- ★Blessed each child individually
Lessons from Jesus:
- ✓You are never too young to be important to Jesus
Prayer Time
Read this prayer out loud!
Dear Jesus, thank You for wanting me to come to You just as I am. Thank You that I don't have to wait to know You. Help me to trust You like a child every single day. Amen.
Family Discussion
Talk about these questions together!
Why do you think Jesus said we should receive the kingdom 'like a child'?
How does it feel to know Jesus specifically stopped to bless children?
What childlike qualities do you have that God loves?
Fun Activities
Activities to reinforce the story!
Color Jesus with the Children
Color Jesus blessing the children!
Draw Yourself with Jesus
Draw yourself coming to Jesus!
Match the Blessings
Match each child to the blessing they might receive!
