The Kingdom of God Belongs to Children
This heartfelt Christian poetry for families invites readers to pause and rediscover the beauty of childlike faith. Through a simple, memorable message, it reminds us that Jesus loves children and offers Bible lessons for kids of every age.
"Jesus loves me! This I know,
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong;
They are weak, but He is strong."
With joy the little children sing their song
Knowing that to Jesus they belong.
With the simple acceptance of this love
The child is secure in their Father above.
While across the hall the adults debated
Did man evolve or was he created?
Is there a sovereign God over all?
Is there an absolute moral law?
An insect crawls in front of a child's eyes.
Struck by joy and wonder the child sighs,
Knowing this moment was made for him
As he breathes the air and takes it all in.
While across the park the adults rush by
For more money and more to buy
Never stopping for joy to wonder
Ripping their hearts and souls asunder.
"Jesus loves me! This I know,
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong;
They are weak, but He is strong."
A child hurts himself coming down the slide.
Another child quickly runs to his side
Offering help and comfort anyway she can.
Thus, a new and lasting friendship began.
While across the street a homeless man
Holds a cup up in his dirty hand.
People quickly walk on by
Never looking him in the eye.
A child shares her most valued toys
With other needy girls and boys
Simply because she knows it's true
That it is a good and a kind thing to do.
While adults fight and battle in a war
Just so they can have a little more
Thinking that this is the right thing to do
To take from those who have a different view.
"Jesus loves me! This I know,
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong;
They are weak, but He is strong."
With joy the little children sing their song
Knowing that to Jesus they belong.
With the simple acceptance of this love
The child is secure in their Father above.
Adults debate and fail to understand
And so build their lives upon sinking sand
Of wealth, knowledge and power
And things that rust destroy and moths devour.
The child is secure, happy and content
Enjoying just living in the present
Offering simple thanks and praise
With no concerns for future days.
Adults forsake the knowledge of their youth
And live in denial of the simple truth
They ought to have learned long ago
That the innocent children still know
"Jesus loves me! This I know,
For the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong;
They are weak, but He is strong."
May this poem encourage families to nurture wonder, kindness, trust, and gratitude in everyday life. Its gentle reminder of childlike faith points us back to the enduring truth that Jesus loves children and welcomes them into a life shaped by love.
Word to “Jesus Loves Me” are by Anna B. Warner
The greatest truth we learned in our youth.
If only we would live in it like a child.