God Bless the Children

School has started once again.  I am sure some of the parents, students and teachers began this year with apprehension like none other.  This past year we have seen some horrific incidents on our school grounds; the shooting at Sandy Hook and then the children in Moore, OK tornado.  In both of those, there were 20 innocent children killed, not counting the adults.  Hearts across the nation still mourn for those victims. 
 I am sure, as they all returned to school, they were full of mixed emotions.  That of excitement to get back to some kind of normalcy and that of fear.
 People asked, "Where was God?"  Yes, we have heard 'we took Him out of the schools'.  However, I know without a doubt, God was in the schools.  We may not be 'allowed' to pray aloud 'within the walls or on the grounds', but we can pray where we are silently.  God heard many prayers those days.  
 He loves our children.  Matt 19:14 'Let the little children come unto me' tells us Jesus loved children.  He does not want harm to come to them or anyone else.  But we do live in a world full of evil and pain and disease.  A sinful world because Satan is alive and wants to hurt and destroy that which is good.  
 Therefore, we must stand firm in our faith, praying everyday for the protection from the evil one.  Read His word, share it with our children....teach them to pray. 
God Bless the Children 
   from the Garden of Praise

God bless the children, Keep them from harm. Give your protection Within your strong arm. Send your defenders In their behalf Let little ones always Be able to laugh. May those who care for them Do so with joy. The happiest childhood For each girl and boy. Our most precious treasure Deserves all our love. God bless the children And watch from above.  Please post your comments below, say a prayer, encourage each other! Bless you!  gs