People were bringing children to Jesus that he might touch them, but the
disciples rebuked them. When Jesus saw this he became indignant and said to
them, “Let the children come to me; do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God
belongs to such as these.
Amen, I say to you, whoever does not accept the kingdom of God like a
child* will not enter it.” Then he embraced them and blessed them, placing his
hands on them.
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Reflection:
The story is told about two best friends who grew up and eventually grew
old still in constant touch with each other. When they were already in their
seventies they were sharing stories about their children. Best friend number
one (1) was so proud of her children for they became very successful in their
respective careers and family life. Best friend number one’s children were also
very loving and caring towards their parents.
Best friend number two’s children were the complete opposite of the
children of best friend number one (1). Best friend number two’s children had
unstable jobs and their respective married life was in turmoil.
While the two best friends were conversing, best friend number two told
best friend number one: “I envy you for your children have very good and
fulfilled life, while my children have no decent life that they could speak of.
All of us want our children to grow up like the children of best friend
number one (1). Successful in their respective careers and family life and
caring and loving to their parents as well. What is the key here? The key is to
bring our children to Jesus.
In the gospel when Jesus saw His disciples preventing the children from
going toward Him He scolded them and told them: “Let the children come to me;
do not prevent them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these (Mark
10:14).
When you bring your children to Jesus great things will happen to them as
they grow up. Great not because they will become very rich materially, great
because they will grow up being blessed and guided by Jesus.
Can you imagine the great blessings that your children will receive if you
would always bring them with you to attend Holy Mass? Can you imagine the
spiritual blessing that your children would receive if you would introduce them
about the life and teachings of Jesus through the bible? They will grow up to
become responsible and God loving children, they will become children that will
love and take care of their parents.
Do you always bring your children to Jesus? – Marino J. Dasmarinas