Matthew 18:3 makes explicit the requirement to become like children to enter — the same principle behind welcoming children here.

Matthew 18:2 shows Jesus placing a child as an example of greatness — the same visual lesson underlying the call to welcome children.

Matthew 11:25 shows God revealing truth to 'little children' — the humble, echoing the childlike receptivity Jesus blesses.

Mark 10:14 records the same saying of Jesus with nearly identical wording, confirming the importance of childlike faith for the kingdom.

Luke 18:16 records the same event with identical wording — confirming Jesus' welcome of children into the kingdom.

Luke 18:17 adds the condition: receiving the kingdom like a child is necessary for entry — expanding on 'such as these'.

Mark 9:36 records Jesus placing a child among disciples as an object lesson — the same gesture behind welcoming children.

1 Corinthians 14:20 distinguishes childlike innocence (in evil) from childish thinking — aligning with the humility Jesus values.

1 Peter 2:2 uses infant imagery for spiritual growth — craving pure milk, similar to childlike receptivity Jesus blesses.