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Romans 6. You (kids) are important to Jesus. Mark 10:13-16. Mark 10:13-16 13 People were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant.
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You (kids) are important to Jesus Mark 10:13-16
Mark 10:13-16 • 13 People were bringing little children to Jesus • to have him touch them, • but the disciples rebuked them. • 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. • He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, • and do not hinder them, • for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. • 15 I tell you the truth, • anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” • 16 And he took the children in his arms, • put his hands on them • and blessed them. “Normal” Parents Ordinary Kids
Mark 10:13-16 • 13 People were bringing little children to Jesus • to have him touch them, • but the disciples rebuked them. • 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. • He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, • and do not hinder them, • for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. • 15 I tell you the truth, • anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” • 16 And he took the children in his arms, • put his hands on them • and blessed them. Devoted Misguided
Mark 10:13-16 • 13 People were bringing little children to Jesus • to have him touch them, • but the disciples rebuked them. • 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. • He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, • and do not hinder them, • for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. • 15 I tell you the truth, • anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” • 16 And he took the children in his arms, • put his hands on them • and blessed them. Appropriate Emotion Teachable Moment Compassionate Touch
You (kids) are important to Jesus Mark 10:13-16 Impact I need to become like a child.
You (kids) are important to Jesus Mark 10:13-16 Impact I need to become like a child. I need to value children.
I need to become like a child. I need to value children. Indications that we value kids • FMSC • Unified discipleship strategy • Partnership between parents and church • Faith Kids Inc. • Milestones
I need to become like a child. I need to value children. Life in Christ High School Graduation Passage to Adulthood Commitment to Purity Preparing for Adolescence Faith Commitment The Birth of a Baby
I need to become like a child. I need to value children. Indications that we value kids • FMSC – last year – next year • Unified discipleship strategy • Growing partnership between parents and church • Faith Kids Inc. Pathways Child Enrichment Center, Upward, Onward, Fun-n-Sun Day Camp • Milestones • More staff • Sermon Series • DMT groups for women, men, parents
I need to become like a child. I need to value children. • Aware: Outside the church but open… interested in becoming better parents • Involved: Bringing their kids to church… taking steps to influence kids spiritually • Engaged: Committed to partnering with the church… growing in their relationships with God… assume some responsibility for leadership in the home • Invested: Proactively devoting time and energy to partnering with the church… understands the strategy of the church… participating in Christian parent groups Levels of Participation • See Reggie Joiner, Think Orange