What is the meaning of Matthew 19:15? And after He had placed His hands on them • Matthew records that Jesus physically touched the children, a deliberate, affectionate act that conveys blessing and acceptance (Mark 10:16; Luke 18:15-17). • Throughout Scripture, the laying on of hands signifies the transfer of blessing or commissioning—Jacob over Ephraim and Manasseh (Genesis 48:14) and Moses over Joshua (Deuteronomy 34:9). Jesus stands in that same authoritative line, yet surpasses it by being the Source of every blessing (John 1:16). • By touching children—those considered least in status—He reaffirms His earlier teaching: “Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 18:4). • This moment reminds parents and the church that Christ welcomes the youngest into His presence and expects us to do the same (Ephesians 6:4). He went on from there • After blessing, Jesus resumes His journey toward Jerusalem. The simple phrase underscores His purposeful movement toward the cross (Luke 9:51). • Blessing children is not a detour but part of His larger mission: to seek and to save the lost (Luke 19:10). Having affirmed the value of the least, He keeps advancing the kingdom. • The disciples, who had tried to hinder the children (Matthew 19:13), witness that ministry never stalls at mere ceremony. True service blesses people and then presses forward in obedience (John 4:34). • For believers, this rhythm—minister, then move on—guards against stagnation. We love those in front of us and then follow where He leads next (Acts 1:8). summary Matthew 19:15 captures a gentle yet powerful scene: Jesus personally blesses children, reinforcing their worth and modeling humble faith, then continues unwaveringly toward His redemptive goal. Our call is to extend His welcoming touch to the least and to keep moving with Him in faithful mission. |
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