8 Bible Verses about Children, With Jesus

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Matthew 19:13-14

Then were brought to him little children, that he should lay his hands upon them, and pray [for them]: but the disciples rebuked them. Then said Jesus, Permit little children, and hinder them not from coming to me; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

Mark 10:13-16

And they brought unto him little children, that he should touch them: but his disciples rebuked those who brought them. But when Jesus saw it, he felt indignation, and said to them, Permit little children to come to me, and hinder them not; for of such is the kingdom of heaven. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall in nowise enter into it.read more.
And he took them in his arms, and laying his hand upon them, gave them his benediction.

Luke 18:15-17

Then they brought him infants also, that he should touch them: but the disciples, when they saw it, rebuked them. But Jesus calling them to him, said, Permit little children to come to me, and hinder them not for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.

Matthew 18:2-5

And Jesus calling a little boy, set him in the midst of them, and said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be changed and be as little children, ye shall in no wise enter into the kingdom of heaven. Whosoever therefore shall humble himself, as this little child, he shall be greatest in the kingdom of heaven.read more.
And whosoever shall receive one such little child in my name, receiveth me.

Mark 9:36-37

And taking a little boy, he set him in the midst of them: and taking him in his arms, he said unto them, Whosoever shall receive one of such little children in my name, receiveth me: and whosoever receiveth me, receiveth not me merely, but him that sent me.

Luke 9:47-48

But Jesus knowing the reasoning of their hearts, took a little boy, and set him by his side, and said unto them, Whosoever shall receive this little child in my name, receiveth me; and whosoever receiveth me, receiveth Him that sent me: for he who is the least among you all, he shall be great.

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