Let the Children Come to Me
Let the children come to me
This hymn reflects the Lutheran understanding of Christ's radical hospitality and grace extended to all believers regardless of age or status. It emphasizes the accessibility of Christ and the importance of faith formation in children within the church community.
History & Background
Attribution and publication history for this hymn are not well-documented in standard hymnological references. The text appears in contemporary Christian worship materials but lacks established liturgical provenance.
Bulletin Note
Of unknown origin, this hymn captures the heart of Jesus's teaching in Matthew 19:14 and reflects the Lutheran conviction that children are full members of God's covenant community, not merely future inheritors of faith.
Preaching Connection
This hymn proclaims pure Gospel—Christ's unrestricted welcome to the vulnerable—and invites the congregation to repent of any barriers we erect between faith and the young, embodying the radical hospitality that defines the kingdom.
Themes
Christ's welcome of children Grace and inclusion Discipleship Childhood faith