Make a clear path and invite children toward Jesus

Ask children to wait until they can explain faith like adults

Keep spiritual attention focused on mature believers first

Only let children come after they prove they will behave perfectly

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I admit that I have sinned and need your mercy. I turn from my sin and ask you to forgive me. I believe you died for my sins and rose again. I confess you as my Lord and welcome your loving rule in my life. Teach me to come to you with simple trust and an open heart. Amen.

Come to Jesus with Childlike Trust

Lord, revive your Church so we welcome children the way Jesus did. Remove pride, impatience, and every barrier that keeps the young from coming near you. Make us a people who make room for the small and the overlooked, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Renew the Church's Welcome

Father, thank you that Jesus makes room for children and for people like them in your kingdom. Thank you that no one is too small to come near your Son. Give me a grateful heart that honors the young, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Thank You for Your Open Door

Pray by naming one obstacle that could keep a child or young person from coming toward Jesus. Ask God to show you what to remove, what to soften, and what next step will make his welcome clearer.

Pray to Remove Barriers

Pray for children who are curious about Jesus; for kids who feel pushed aside or ignored; and for parents, teachers, and church leaders to open a clear path toward Christ.

Pray for the Little Ones

Father, forgive me for the times I have placed obstacles in the way of children coming to Jesus or treated them as less important. Teach me childlike humility, and make me quick to welcome the people your kingdom receives, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Forgive My Hindrances

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Matthew 19:14 — Audio GuideTAB

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