CHILDREN OF GOD

"And said, Verily i say unto you, Except ye be converted and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 18:3

Many love to hear and speak of privileges and glory with regards to Jesus, but pass by the thoughts of work and trouble. Our Lord set a little child before them, solemnly assuring them, that unless they were "converted and become as little children", they could not enter his kingdom. Little children do not desire authority, do not regard outward distinctions but discern the heart, love unconditionally, are free from malice, are teachable, and willingly dependent on their parents. It is true that they soon begin to show other dispositions, and other ideas are taught them at an early age. But these are marks of childhood, and are proper characteristics of the doulos minds of true Christians. Surely we need to be daily renewed in the spirit of our minds, that we may become simple and humble, as little children, and willing to be the least of all. Let us daily study this subject, and examine our own spirits.

Matthew 18:1-14

2 Chronicles 7:14

Romans 12:2

Acts 17:11

1John 2:1