And He Took Their Little Children One by One by Casey Childs

August — And He Took Their Little Children One by One
Scripture: 3 Nephi 17:21

In this scene, the children are no longer approaching Christ—they are in His arms. One by one, He blesses them, holding each child with care and complete attention. There is no hurry. Every child matters.

The painting is quiet, intimate. The crowd looks on, moved by what they see: a Savior who does not generalize love, but personalizes it. His focus isn’t on the multitude—it’s on the one in front of Him. The children smile—at ease, unafraid, wrapped in the safety of being seen.

In a world that often moves too fast, this moment reminds us to slow down. To notice. To see others the way Christ does—individually, completely, and with love that makes room for everyone.

Oil on canvas

40 x 32 in.