Truly, I say to you,
whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not
enter it."
Luke
18:17 ESV
I
think Jesus is trying to get a very simple point across in this
passage. He wants His hearers to understand that they must take the
kingdom of God at face value. They must be like little children, in
that they are willing to accept what the Lord is saying without
question.
Jesus
in all of His teachings, parables and miracles is showing those that
follow Him what the kingdom is and how one can enter it. He doesn't
make it difficult to understand, yet many do not hear and comprehend
the simplicity of His message. They don't get it because they are
over thinking the situation. Many of us today do the same thing.
Over
thinking things and balking at Jesus teachings will not get anyone
into the kingdom. Balking at the lord's teachings has always been a
sure fire way of going astray.
Today
as you read the words of Jesus in the Gospels, take them in like a
little child, be obedient like a little child and enjoy the blessing
that Jesus offers.
©
2012 Leo J. Woodman
