Jesus Stood in the Midst (Christ and the Nephite Children) by Casey Childs

July — Jesus Stood in the Midst (Christ and the Nephite Children)
Scripture: 3 Nephi 17:11–12

This painting brings a moment of warmth and movement into the series. In the foreground, a child tugs at a friend’s hand, leading them toward Christ. The Savior stands in the center of the gathering, surrounded by children, as the crowd gently makes space for them to come near.

There’s a sense of trust in the scene—of openness and welcome. Christ doesn’t call the children from a distance. He stands with them. The composition feels alive, not posed. The artist captures the way children move when they feel safe, and the way adults watch when they witness something sacred.

In a series filled with miracles and prayers, this image offers something just as meaningful: a Savior who sees children not as future disciples, but as holy now. The message is simple—there is room for everyone, and no one is too young to be drawn toward Him.

Oil on canvas

50 x 40 in.