Jesus Loves the Little Children

    By Mayra Morales

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    24 Apr, 2024

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    Miss Mary, the Sunday school teacher, was preparing for today's lesson. She was excited to share the message, 'Jesus loves the little children'.

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    The children gathered around Miss Mary, their eyes sparkling with curiosity and excitement. They were eager to hear what she had to say.

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    Miss Mary began, 'Once upon a time, Jesus was teaching his followers when some parents brought their children to him...'

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    'The disciples tried to send them away, thinking Jesus was too important to bother with children. But Jesus told them, "Let the little children come to me..."'

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    Miss Mary continued, 'Jesus held the children in his arms, blessed them, and said, "...for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these."'

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    'Jesus loved the little children, and he wants us to love each other, too. Can you think of ways to show love and kindness to others?'

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    The children excitedly shared their ideas, 'We can share our toys!', 'We can help each other!', 'We can say nice words!'

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    Miss Mary nodded, 'Yes, these are all wonderful ways to show love and kindness. Remember, Jesus loves all the little children, and he wants us to love each other, too.'

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    The children left the Sunday school, their hearts filled with the love of Jesus. They were eager to share this love with everyone they met.

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    Miss Mary watched the children leave, her heart filled with joy. She was proud to be their teacher, and she looked forward to their next lesson.

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    In the days that followed, the children remembered Jesus' love for them. They shared their toys, helped each other, and said kind words, just as they had promised.

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    And so, the children learned an important lesson - that Jesus loves the little children, and that they can show his love by being kind and loving to others.

    Jesus Loves the Little Children

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