Series: Child Protection Devotions
2018
71 documents
• English
• 18.2 MB
| Category | Child Protection |
| Resource 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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…
Child Protection Devotion # 36
A child's exposure to life-threatening circumstances has been a reality ever since sin entered into the world. Examples can bee seen all around…
Child Protection Devotion #37
Every person in the kingdom matters and this devotion about Solomon is a great example of that. Many of the children in our program come from vulnera…
Child Protection Devotion #38
Christmas brings a time of reflection on the birth of Jesus. In this devotional, you will be challenged to think about Jesus' birth from the perspect…
Child Protection Devotion #39
God will always provide us 'just enough light' in our weary world to see the next step. Even in moments of uncertainty, we can trust that the Lord is…
Child Protection Devotion #40
Creating safe spaces for children and youth as part of Child Protection in our daily lives is of great importance. Let this devotional challenge…
Child Protection Devotion #41
We are called to love and trust others. When it comes to being survivor-centered, do you trust victims of abuse and trauma? This devotion challenges …
Child Protection Devotion #42
God has equipped all of us to protect children. This devotion shares the story of Sarah, a director of a child development center. Sarah knew that it…
Child Protection Devotions #43
As you read this devotion, you will be challenged to see the impact that young children have in the Kingdom of God. You will be empowered to make sur…
Child Protection Devotion #44
Trauma impacts all individuals differently; every circumstance faced by individuals is unique to them. While there is no blanket solution, we can all…
Child Protection Devotion #45
Our past experiences have the power to either silence or empower us to make a change in the lives of those around us. In this devotional, you will be…
Child Protection Devotion #46
Lament is a natural and innevitable part of our lives; however, what about when the the pain isn't our own, but our neighbors? In this devotional you…
Child Protection Devotion #47
As we seek to protect the children around us, it is likely that we will experience pushback at times. While reading this devotional, you will be remi…
Child Protection Devotion #48
What comes to mind when you think about the act of neglecting someone? In reading this devotional, you will be encouraged by the words and actions of…
Child Protection Devotion #49
We are all image-bearers of God. We were created in His image and He is grieved when abuse takes place for He knows the long-lasting, negative impact…
Child Protection Devotion #50
To protect children, love is necessary. To love them, we must be willing. We must be converted to the love of God and to be converted to such a love …
Child Protection Devotion #51
As advocates for children and youth in Compassion, we must be hyper-aware of whether we are tempted down the same path of "the blame game". When conf…
Child Protection Devotion #52
As God's children, born-again, we are ambassadors of our heavenly Father on earth. We are like God's "delegates" to ensure that the virtues of the Ki…
Child Protection Devotion #53
As advocates for children living in poverty, we are often exposed to many different forms of trauma and difficulties. However, there is deep joy in o…
Child Protection Devotional #54
With the world moving towards online connection, it is important that we keep child protection and safety at the forefront. This devotional helps us …
Child Protection Devotion #55
This devotion challenges us to renew our perspective of how God sees children. We are called to be aligned with Jesus and protect children and a…
Child Protection Devotion #56
In times of fear or struggle, what is your first response? This devotional encourages you to lean on the Lord and not your own understanding. Prayer …
Child Protection Devotion #57
In the Bible, God never says that we should try to avoid sadness. What if we changed our goal from trying to make a sad child (or adult) happy again,…
Child Protection Devotion #58
In a world that often keeps us occupied with various distractions, we must recognise the unfortunate reality that countless children are deprived of …
Child Protection Devotion #59
The effectiveness of work is directly impacted by the people who do that work. It is our responsibility to use sound judgement when selecting individ…
Child Protection Devotion #60
Whether it’s a busy schedule or simply not wanting to be inconvenienced, we can often times turn a blind eye to the people that need us. This d…
Child Protection Devotion #61
Jesus says to enter the Kingdom of Heaven we need to become like a child. This concept seems confusing as children are not often used as examples of …
Child Protection Devotion #62
How are you posturing yourself to be a child advocate? This devotional addresses how Godly wisdom, community recognition, and personal responsibility…
Child Protection Devotion #63
Once trust is broken, it is hard for it to be restored. This devotional navigates ways to be near to those whose trust has been broken and hearts hav…
Child Protection Devotion #64
Child development is not a recent invention or new discovery, rather it is something that God created from the very beginning of time. This devotiona…
Child Protection Devotion #65
There are a number of gardening analogies used in the Bible. This devotional uses these gardening analogies to explore the various approaches on…
Child Protection Devotion #66
In the world today, it can be easy for children to forget how God feels about them. When we protect children from abuse and neglect, we remind them t…
Child Protection Devotion #67
Children are a gift and should always be welcomed! This devotional explores the example that Jesus set for how we are to love, accept, and welcome ch…
Child Protection Devotion #68
Parents and caregivers play an important role in the lives children. They have a responsibility to care for and protect …
Child Protection Devotion #69
If we want children to thrive, we must create places where they feel safe. How do we do that? What does it mean to “feel safe” from a chi…
Child Protection Devotion #70
A loving family is the best environment for children to grow and develop. However, not all children are born into families who love them. What can we…
Child Protection Devotion #71
Jesus came as a vulnerable baby, and He knows the challenges we face in a dark world. He came to bring light – to be the Light – and to …
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Child Protection Devotion #20
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Child Protection Devotion #3
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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 #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 #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 #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 #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 #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 #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 #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 …
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