An Act of Love

An Act of Love

Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

Matthew 19:13

As we continue our consideration of the text upon which we began to meditate a few days ago, we arrive at the thought that not only did these folk bring their little children to Christ in faith and in hope, but also they brought them to Jesus in love. The love expressed in this text extends in more than one direction. This was an act of love on the part of the parents toward their children, but also toward Christ. It was an expression of their attraction to Him and of their utter confidence in His Loving response. It is also apparent by the reaction of Christ that He loved both the parents and the children, for when His disciples sought to drive the people and children away He responded, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.’  How can we comprehend this Love which Christ has for us and for our children. Moreover, how can we respond appropriately? Certainly, no matter what else we do, we can make much of Him. He is Worthy of that at the bare minimum. He has loved us first, and we can love Him in return. We can show the Love which He has had for us to others that they, in some small way may see Christ in us, and so come to love Him as well. In our own generation, and in every generation that follows, where Christ gives us influence by our legacy, let us make much of Him.

Our Gracious Master and our Loving God,
we rejoice that You receive us, though we be small and weak. 
We praise You, that like little children,
we may come to You freely resting in the Great Love which You have for us.

Tomm Tice
Where the Bush is Burning