Children are precious, and each child is a unique and wonderful creation... a gift from God. But, sadly, some people treat their pets better than they treat their children.
Children are little people. And though they don't know much about life when they are tiny, they deserve respect. Children respond nicely if they are treated in a kind and loving manner. And they need our help to learn about life. They will learn about relationship from the way we treat them. We teach by our actions.
As they grow, their perspective on life is fresh and clear and really worthy listening to. Often we don't give them our hearing because we are too rushed or busy. It is important to listen as they express themselves so they will have a feeling of worthiness and not feel rejected. Jesus took time for children. Should we not do the same for these precious, little people?
"And whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me."
"Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father, which is in heaven."
Matthew 18:5, 10 KJV
© 2011 Arlene Schwartzkopf