June 20, 2023

CHILDLIKE

Luke 18:15-17

Then they also brought infants to Him that He might touch them; but when the disciples saw it, they rebuked them. But Jesus called them to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.”

Encouraging Words

We live in a world and a culture that prides itself on how much knowledge that we can access and gain. But knowledge without wisdom is worthless. Jesus does never proclaims that those with great knowledge will receive the kingdom. To the contrary, the acquisition of knowledge leads us away from Him unless He is giving it to us for His purpose. He wants us to come to Him like little children, guiltless, loving, open, and able to learn from Him. Are we still approaching Him with childlike minds and hearts? Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, the sinner!