Let the children come to me for such is the Kingdom of God

“But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.’” Mark 10:14 (NKJV)

Praise and glory be to God for a brand new day and the gift of life.

Jesus’ reaction in this moment reveals His heart in a powerful way. He wasn’t mildly irritated, He was deeply displeased when the disciples pushed the children away. Why?
Because the children represented pure trust, open hearts, and humble dependence. These are the qualities Jesus values deeply.

The disciples saw the children as a distraction. Jesus saw them as the perfect example of how to approach God. He reminds us that the kingdom is not built on status, age, or spiritual achievement, but on a heart that runs to Him freely and confidently, just like a child.

Your Father welcomes you without hesitation. No fear, no barrier, no reason to hold back. Come to Him with childlike openness, not with polished prayers, but with a genuine heart. God delights when you come to Him freely. Approach Him with the heart of a child.

Lord Jesus, give me the simplicity and trust of a child. Help me come into Your presence without fear, without pretending, and without barriers. Teach me to rest in Your welcoming arms. Amen.
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Fruit Bearing Children of God

Matthew 21:43 NKJV
[43] “Therefore I say to you, the kingdom of God will be taken from you and given to a nation bearing the fruits of it.

Praise and glory be to God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it.

In today’s scripture Jesus speaks about the Parable of the Vine dresser, where a man has built up a vineyard hedged it and dug a winepress and built a tower there. This was leased out, the owner sent his servants to go and get some fruits because it was time to enjoy the fruits thereof. The servants were beaten and one killed.

The owner sent another set of servants and even his son but they killed all of them. The parable therefore is liken to Jesus Christ being given to the world but instead of receiving His teachings and living a fruitful life, He was killed a shameful death.

This act of being killed and resurrecting offered Jesus Christ to the entire world and any willing to accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour enjoys the fruit of righteousness in Him. What was the preserve of the Israelites has been availed to all.

Dear Lord Jesus help us to focus on you and not miss our way of Salvation. May we be found fruitful at all times especially when it is time to account for our stewardship in Jesus Mighty name. Amen.
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Reconciliation of the Hearts of the Parents and the Children

And he will turn The hearts of the fathers to the children, And the hearts of the children to their fathers, Lest I come and strike the earth with a curse.”
Malachi 4:6 NKJV

Glory and honour be to God for this beautiful day and the opportunity to rejoice and be glad in it.

In today’s scripture the Prophet Malachi was talking about the coming of the Lord for which it was important for all to prepare. In the chapter he referred to John the Baptist who was preparing the Israelites to receive Jesus.

Today’s message is relevant to the 2nd coming of the Lord and it is important that we are all prepared. The scripture admonishes Fathers to reach out to their children and likewise to the children. This process is to sort out any challenges and fully reconcile.

The hearts of the Fathers or parents must turn to their children and likewise the Hearts of the children also must turn to their fathers or parents. Just as our heavenly father has forgiven us so do fathers/parents and children do same and patch up all differences.

May the Lord grant great grace to all parents to reach out to their children and demonstrate God’s love. May all children rise to honour their parents in Jesus Mighty name. Amen
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Winning the Spiritual Battle as Children of God

For our struggle is not against flesh and blood [contending only with physical opponents], but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this [present] darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly (supernatural) places.
EPHESIANS 6:12 AMP

Praise be to God for this beautiful day, may greater grace abound. Thanks be to God for making us fearfully and wonderfully in His image.

The battle is the Lord’s! It is a spiritual battle that we need to depend on God to win. Scripture says the weapons of our warfare are not carnal because the battles that we face are not only physical but also spiritual.

It is only God who can equip us to overcome and conquer spiritual wickedness in high places, rulers of darkness and all sorts of evil powers. The Spirit of God empowers us to stand and overcome all forms of spiritual battles.

May we receive spiritual strength and empowerment to win all our battles in Jesus Mighty name. May we be overcomers and conquerors in the name of Jesus. Glory to God. Amen.
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A Father Loves His Children

Just as a father loves his children, So the Lord loves those who fear and worship Him [with awe-filled respect and deepest reverence].
PSALMS 103:13 AMP

Praise God for the blessings of a beautiful Sunday.

Thanks be to God our heavenly father who always bestows good things unto His children. This is premised in the love that the Lord has for His children. Are you a child of God? Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour today.

The Love of the heavenly father is shed abroad in our hearts through our earthly fathers. Fathers love their children and would go all lengths to ensure that they are catered for.

May all fathers take on the love of God and share to all not only their biological children.

May the Love of God ginger all earthly fathers so we follow God’s footsteps by loving, caring, providing and protecting in Jesus Mighty name.
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