Occasionally a small group of us joins with others to pack food, either for a local food bank or an organization that reaches worldwide like Feed My Starving Children.

After the last time we packed, I awoke the next morning vaguely remembering a dream. I was giving an infant a bottle and heard the words, “Feed my starving children.” I got the impression, though, that this was not referring to physically feeding kiddos but instead, providing spiritual food.

Considering what the world is trying to force feed our children lately, this may be a calling for those of us who have connections with children . . . which is probably all of us. Since many youngsters are literally starved of truth, we must take advantage of the opportunities God provides to share some spiritual nutrition.

Long ago Moses gave this practical advice, “These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up” (Deuteronomy 6:6-7).

We are not expected to give a formal lesson, although some have that gift. What we are called to do is include God and His ways in our conversations with children. Look around. What can we point out to be thankful for? Pray with little ones for specific needs. Testify how God is working in our life.

Think you’re too old, or too out of touch, or don’t have the time for today’s children? Nonsense. Jesus said, “And whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me” (Matthew 18:5).

If you are looking for a resource, my children’s rhyming picture book was officially released yesterday, September 5, 2023. Its purpose is to get children excited about God’s Word by spotlighting amazing Bible characters and events. You can order The Greatest Book Ever! A Little Book about the Greatest Book at http://readthegreatestbookever.com. Let’s draw the children in and point them to Jesus!