Charles Spurgeon Commentary Matthew 18:10-11

"See that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, that in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father who is in heaven. [For the Son of man came to save that which was lost.]" — Matthew 18:10-11 (ASV)

The humble in heart, though judged to be fools among the ungodly, must not be judged so by us. Be careful that you do not despise one of these little ones. We must see to it that we never look down on them with the pity that is akin to contempt. They are very dear to God. They are cared for by angels, yes, by the angels of the presence who dwell near the eternal throne.

Their angels are not in the rear rank, but in heaven always behold the face of the Father. The highest courtiers of glory count it their honor to watch over the lowly in heart. Those who are servants to poor saints and little children are allowed free entrance to the King. What must He think of His little ones themselves?

No, this is not all. Jesus himself cares for the poorest and neediest. Yes, He came to save that which was lost. How dare we then be proud and despise a child because of its youth, or a man because of his poverty, or his lack of intelligence? The angels and the angels’ Lord care for the most despised of our race; shall we not also?