Scripture places a high value on the spiritual development of children, with Jesus welcoming them and saying the kingdom of heaven belongs to those like them. In Matthew 19:14, Jesus teaches that children are precious to God, and in Psalms 127:3, they are described as a heritage from the Lord. The book of Deuteronomy instructs parents to teach God's commands to their children, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:7, and Proverbs 22:6 emphasizes the importance of training them in the way they should go. By following these principles, churches and families can work together to nurture the faith of the next generation.
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But Jesus said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.
And you shall teach them diligently to your children and speak of them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.
Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward.
See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven.
Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.” Fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath; instead, bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.
Even a young man is known by his actions— whether his conduct is pure and upright.
From the mouths of children and infants You have ordained praise on account of Your adversaries, to silence the enemy and avenger.