Innocence of a Child

Daily I fall in love with my children all over again. Even when World War III breaks out and all there 'dark sides' come out to chase me, I still stand in awe of them. Each uniquely crafted with such beauty, purity, and innocence. Yes, innocence. In a day and age where the heart and mind are being exploited daily with explicit content, images, and a slew of trash; we must fight all the more to preserve the innocence of our children. The last time I read the Holy Book, there seemed to be some words that went like this:

"Out of the mouths of infants and babes He has ordained praise."

And, "unless you humble yourself and become like a child you will have no place in the kingdom of God."

"But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea."

So, as a father I am constantly asking myself how I can improve in order to protect, nourish, and preserve their innocence. I am deeply saddened by the exploitation of children around the world. There is absolute truth and we must teach our children the difference between good and evil, right and wrong, justice and injustice. They must walk now in the conviction and power of the Holy Spirit. A child is more than able to comprehend the Gospel of Jesus Christ. They are more than able to pray for the sick, prophesy over their friends and peers, walk in holiness and purity, and be lights in a dark world.