Matthew Henry Commentary Matthew 19:13-15

"Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should lay his hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them. But Jesus said, Suffer the little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for to such belongeth the kingdom of heaven. And he laid his hands on them, and departed thence." — Matthew 19:13-15 (ASV)

It is well when we come to Christ ourselves, and bring our children. Little children may be brought to Christ as needing and being capable of receiving blessings from him, and having an interest in his intercession. We can only beg a blessing for them: Christ only can command the blessing.

It is well for us that Christ has more love and tenderness in him than the best of his disciples have. And let us learn from him not to discourage any willing, well-meaning souls, in their seeking after Christ, though they are weak.

Those who are given to Christ as part of his purchase, he will by no means cast out. Therefore, he strongly disapproves of all who forbid and try to shut out those whom he has received. And all Christians should bring their children to the Saviour that he may bless them with spiritual blessings.