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Series: Child Protection Devotions

2018
35 documents • English • 9.0 MB
Tags: Applying Scripture, Jesus Loves Children, Biblical Perspective of Children, Children in the Bible, God's View of Children, Importance of Children, Children and the church, Advocacy for Children
Category Child Protection
Copyright Owner Compassion International

Explore God's view of children and how He expects us to treat them through this series of devotions.

Documents

Child Protection Devotion #1

Child Protection Devotion #1

When you think of children, what comes to mind? Discover how the Bible describes children as a reward from God and reflect on how children are viewed…
Child Protection Devotion #2

Child Protection Devotion #2

When you consider biblical accounts of child protection, do you think of Moses’ mother? Read this devotion and learn how she set an example for…
Child Protection Devotion #3

Child Protection Devotion #3

Demonstrating true love and care for a child builds confidence and helps that child know he or she has value, which can be a protective factor agains…
Child Protection Devotion #4

Child Protection Devotion #4

King Solomon is famously remembered for his decision regarding the two women, claiming a baby as their own. While most people see this story as an ex…
Child Protection Devotion #5

Child Protection Devotion #5

Death is a part of life, but what is it about a child’s death, especially when it could have been prevented, that affects us differently than a…
Child Protection Devotion #6

Child Protection Devotion #6

Many people may not know the story of Jairus. He’s a character in the Bible whose daughter died but was brought back to life by Jesus. Read thi…
Child Protection Devotion #7

Child Protection Devotion #7

Jesus was only 12 years old when He addressed the elders in the temple. Read this devotion and learn how God often uses children and youth to deliver…
Child Protection Devotion #8

Child Protection Devotion #8

Does God care about human development? Absolutely! How do we know? Because He developed it! Read this devotion to learn how God is involved in every …
Child Protection Devotion #9

Child Protection Devotion #9

Jesus never minced words, His words were never unintentionally stated.  Have you ever considered why He carefully used children as the prime exa…
Child Protection Devotion #10

Child Protection Devotion #10

Nothing is impossible for God --- even using unborn children to herald the birth of His Son. Read this devotion to learn how God used Mary and Elizab…
Child Protection Devotion #11

Child Protection Devotion #11

No one is ever too old or too young to be used for God’s glory. Read this devotion that reveals how God used children to declare the fulfillmen…
Child Protection Devotion #12

Child Protection Devotion #12

It’s not just the physical or sexual abuse of children that God abhors — He also hates psychological and emotional abuse. Read this devot…
Child Protection Devotion #13

Child Protection Devotion #13

The Bible has a lot of stories about how God used children for His purposes. Read this devotion to learn about an “unnamed girl” whose co…
Child Protection Devotion #14

Child Protection Devotion #14

There are several places in scripture where God tells His people to care for orphans and widows, but there are also verses that describe what will ha…
Child Protection Devotion #15

Child Protection Devotion #15

Just as with all of humanity, children are image bearers of God. They should be cared for and treated with dignity, so they can grow into the purpose…
Child Protection Devotion #16

Child Protection Devotion #16

We find stories scattered throughout scripture where God uses children to accomplish His will. This devotion considers the role Miriam played in savi…
Child Protection Devotion #17

Child Protection Devotion #17

God chose to send His Son, Jesus, to earth in the form of a baby. Read this devotion and think about how Jesus' birth reflects the way God …
Child Protection Devotion #18

Child Protection Devotion #18

In his second letter, the Apostle John expresses his joy over children walking in the truth. Read this devotion and reflect on why children…
Child Protection Devotion #19

Child Protection Devotion #19

In this devotion, see how God cares for and protects us - His children, and how He calls us to protect the children in our reach.
Child Protection Devotion #20

Child Protection Devotion #20

In the Bible, children are often involved when God performs a miracle. Read this devotion about one story in the Old Testament, and reflect on h…
Child Protection Devotion #21

Child Protection Devotion #21

What can we learn from the story of Noah about what to do when we feel isolated? There are a few parallels that remind us how important it …
Child Protection Devotion #22

Child Protection Devotion #22

When children praise God, they have a powerful impact on the spiritual realm. God loves children, and they play a mighty role in His Kingdom.&nb…
Child Protection Devotion #23

Child Protection Devotion #23

As Jesus was ministering here on earth, He set aside time to rest and be with the Father. As we engage in the good work of protecting child…
Child Protection Devotion #24

Child Protection Devotion #24

Before Esther became a queen and heroine who saved the Jewish people, she was an orphaned girl. Mordecai took her in and raised her as his own daught…
Child Protection Devotion #25

Child Protection Devotion #25

What does it mean to look after orphans and widows? How can the Church respond to the plight of children during times of crises? Be inspired by this …
Child Protection Devotion #26

Child Protection Devotion #26

"A Theology of Vulnerability." God created us with vulnerabilities that require us to depend on Him. Read this devotion to learn how understanding ou…
Child Protection Devotion #27

Child Protection Devotion #27

Friends, be encouraged! Despite the challenges in our world, God is still at work, and He continues to give us everything we need to live out our cal…
Child Protection Devotion #28

Child Protection Devotion #28

What determines a child's value? What about your value? The Bible does not place any conditions on God's love for us. He calls us His children, and w…
Child Protection Devotion #29

Child Protection Devotion #29

In this devotion, explore the hope that Martha had for Jesus to raise Lazarus from the dead, and how we can see and use this hope in our work with …
Child Protection Devotion #30

Child Protection Devotion #30

In April, many parts of the world celebrate Holy Week, leading up to Easter or Resurrection Sunday. Christians worldwide use this time to pause and r…
Child Protection Devotion #31

Child Protection Devotion #31

This devotion is a reminder that we have the power to choose, prioritize and protect what is important.  As a ministry, Compassion chooses to fo…
Child Protection Devotion # 32

Child Protection Devotion # 32

This month’s devotion explores biblical and development perspectives on play time, and how easily it can become threatened for a child living i…
Child Protection Devotion # 33

Child Protection Devotion # 33

In this devotion, we are pleased to welcome Compassion’s Staff Chaplain Dr. Michael Hare who offers us a thoughtful devotion about views of chi…
Child Protection Devotion # 34

Child Protection Devotion # 34

In this monthly Child Protection Devotion, Sarah Byrd (Child Protection Specialist) shares with us about the storms that threaten to overwhelm us as …
Child Protection Devotion #35

Child Protection Devotion #35

At Compassion, we hear the phrase 'Known, Loved and Protected' often.  We all care deeply for the children and youth we serve alongside our chur…

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