Merry Christmas, Superkid! I am so blessed to be part of your life and story because you are a world changer! You are truly super—a fabulous, strong, wise, Jesus-filled young person—or as we call you, a Superkid!
The world needs you, and more people like you. Is this the way you see yourself? Does your life make a difference to your family, your school, your neighborhood or the world? Stop and think about it. As a family, talk about it. No matter how you feel right now, I believe by the time you finish reading this, you will know that not only do you matter, but also that you are part of God’s plan to change the world. That includes your family, friends, school and city.
You will see that the Lord always worked mightily in the hearts of people who just said yes to Him. Many times, those people were kids just like you! You’ll see there is no Superkid too small!
I started thinking about these things after writing last month’s Commander Kellie’s Corner, where I shared with you how God called Samuel to be a prophet when he was only about 12 years old. Imagine a young child like you becoming God’s voice in the earth! Remember that all of Samuel’s words came true!
I looked up some other examples of super kids in the Bible, and found there are about 1700 mentions of children in the Scriptures! Here are just a few. You should take time to look up some of them and see the BIG impact they had.
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Josiah became a king when he was only 8 years old. Over the next eight years, he began to love the Lord and worship Him. Four years later, he was tearing down the altars and idols that dishonored his Lord (2 Chronicles 34).
Miriam, the brave sister of Moses, was about 5 or 6 when she helped her mother save Moses. She protected her brother when he became a prince of Egypt (Exodus 2:7).
Daniel was only a teenager when he was captured and taken to Babylon. He refused to eat the food that was unclean, establishing his commitment to God from the very beginning (Daniel 1).
David was around 13 to 15 when he faced Goliath the giant with only a slingshot as his weapon. The rock he used hit the giant right in the forehead and killed him! David boldly used Goliath’s own sword to cut off his head. His brave action against God’s enemy made him king (1 Samuel 17)!
Jesus was just 12 years old when He was found in the Temple, asking questions and learning the Scriptures. He told His mother that He was about His Father’s business. Jesus already knew His purpose was to know His Father (Luke 2:49).
The boy with the loaves and fishes was just a little lad when he offered his small lunch to Jesus to feed thousands of people—even though it was not enough food to feed one family. He was bold and full of faith to believe that Jesus would take his lunch and do something great with it (John 6).
John the Baptist recognized Jesus as the Son of God when his mother, Elizabeth, was carrying him in her womb. When Elizabeth came into the presence of Mary, who was still carrying Jesus in her womb, baby John leapt (Luke 1).
Mary, the mother of Jesus, was probably only 13 or 14 when she said yes to the angel of the Lord to be the mother of God’s Son. Though it was confusing, she said to the angel, “Yes! I will be a mother for the Lord! As His servant, I accept whatever He has for me. May everything you have told me come to pass.” Because of Mary’s obedience, we have a Savior (Luke 1)!
Superkid, when you see a picture of Mary this Christmas, or anytime, think about the impact of Mary’s obedience. Then think about what God has called you to do and be. Much like Mary, you are called to give Jesus to the world around you!
The Father, the Son—Jesus, and the Holy Spirit give you the power you need to make a difference! Look at a few of the scriptures in the Bible that talk about you. Write your name in the blank below:
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- has been given the right to be called a child of God (John 1:12).
- has permission to come boldly to Jesus (Mark 10:14).
- is able to enter the kingdom of heaven (Matthew 18:10).
Superkid, what will your story be? What will your yes do for Jesus, and the people around you? I can’t wait to find out!
Merry Christmas, Superkid!
Commander Kellie ♥