School starts for many this week (at least in Iowa!).
What God thinks about children:
"Children are a gift from God; they are HIs reward. Children born to a young man are like sharp arrows to defend him.
"Happy is a man who has his quiver full of them. That man shall have the help he needs when arguing with his enemies."
~ Psalm 127:3 - 5 LAB
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Bible Commentary on these three verses: "Children are too often seen as liabilities rather than assets. But the Bible calls children 'a gift from God', a reward. We can also learn valuable lessons from their inquisitive minds and trusting spirits. Those view children as a distraction or nuisance should instead see them as an opportunity to shape the future. We dare not treat them as an inconvenience when God values them so highly."
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Today might be a good day to give a child an extra hug; send an extra note, email, or call!
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