Scripture About Jesus said about children

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4 Bible Verses

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And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

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Matthew 18:3 • KJV

Jesus emphasizes the importance of childlike humility and faith as essential for entering God's kingdom. He uses children as an example of the pure, trusting nature believers should cultivate.

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But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

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Mark 10:14 • KJV

Jesus demonstrates his love for children and their spiritual significance. He rebukes his disciples for trying to keep children away and affirms that children have a special place in God's kingdom.

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But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.

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Matthew 19:14 • KJV

Similar to Mark's account, Jesus highlights the spiritual value of children and their inherent access to divine love. He teaches that children possess qualities of innocence and trust that are central to spiritual understanding.

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But Jesus called them unto him, and said, Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

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Luke 18:16 • KJV

This parallel account reinforces Jesus' teaching about the spiritual purity of children. He uses children as a model of genuine faith and openness to God's love.

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