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Dedication of Children

By Brian Pepper

Bible Readings Mark 10:13-16 13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them. 14 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. 15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein. 16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them. Luke 2:25-34 25 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. 26 And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ. 27 And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law, 28 Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said, 29 Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word: 30 For mine eyes have seen thy salvation, 31 Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people; 32 A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. 33 And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him. 34 And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; Dedication Service When parents decide to place their children under the personal care and interest of the everlasting Father, the Mighty God, they can be assured of angelic protection. However parents must realize that they have a part to play, for it is in the home that the education of the child is to begin. This is his first school with his/her parents as instructors. He/she is to learn the lessons that are to guide him or her throughout life. Lessons of respect, of obedience, reverence, self-control. In the children committed to her care every mother has a sacred charge from God. Take this son, this daughter, says God, and train this child so it may have a character fitted for My eternal Kingdom. Keep this in mind parents, that you are to stand in the place of God to your children. Your daily life, your character, your methods of training will convey to your child what God is like. This is your responsibility. This is your privilege.