Matthew 19:13-15

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13 Then were brought near to him children that he might put hands on them and pray, and the disciples rebuked them.

14 But Jesus said, `Suffer the children, and forbid them not, to come unto me, for of such is the reign of the heavens;'

15 and having laid on them [his] hands, he departed thence.

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Jesus’ Attitude Toward Children

Raul Ries

Thinking about Jesus’ response to a group of boys and girls brought to Him for a blessing, Raul will encourage you to diligently guide your kids to their Savior. You’ll see that it’s a joy like no other to introduce your kids to Christ, teaching them how to follow Him in faith-filled obedience. Learn more on Somebody Loves You with Pastor Raul Ries.

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Jesus, Friend of Children Part 2

Skip Heitzig

Skip continues his series From the Edge of Eternity. The death of a child is any parent's greatest fear. Does the Bible talk about what happens when children pass away? In the message "Jesus, Friend of Children," Skip sheds light on this tender subject and brings comfort from Scripture.

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Jesus, Friend of Children Part 1

Skip Heitzig

Skip continues our series From the Edge of Eternity. In biblical times, many Jewish parents brought their children to a rabbi to be blessed. Today we present our kids to the Lord through baby dedications. In the message "Jesus, Friend of Children," Skip explains just how special children are to God.

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Jesus, Friend of Children, Part 2

Skip Heitzig

The death of a child is the greatest fear of any parent. Does the Bible speak clearly about what happens when infants and children die?

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Jesus, Friend of Children, Part 1

Skip Heitzig

In biblical times, it was common to bring a child to a rabbi to be blessed. Today, we present our kids to the Lord through baby dedications.

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Jesus, Friend of Children, Part 2

Skip Heitzig

What happens when babies dies? Do they automatically go to be with the Lord or do they go into some kind of limbo? What does Scripture say about this? Join Skip for the conclusion of “Jesus, Friend of Children.”

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