Devotion:
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Read Matthew 18:1-5.
When the disciples came to Jesus and asked him who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, they likely were thinking of their own status and where they would rank. As he so often did in his teachings, Jesus replied in a radical way, saying that unless one changes and becomes like the little child Jesus put before them, one could not even enter into the kingdom. And the one who takes the lowly and humble position of a child will be the greatest in the kingdom. What?!
The disciples, like us, were thinking that children must grow up to be like adults. Of course, that is true in many ways. But in today’s sermon, we will explore what Jesus means when he tells us to change and to grow up to be like children. What characteristics of children do you suppose Jesus wants us to demonstrate in our lives? He certainly does not want us to be “childish!” But perhaps he would like us to be curious and eager to learn, humble, trusting and assuming the best about others, and using our imaginations to discover and create new things. I hope to see you in our one worship service at 10:00!
Personal Worship Option:
Pray that God will help you to demonstrate the wonderful characteristics of a child at its best, not trying to be the most important but humbly learning and growing and loving others.
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