How to be a child again?
Some wish to be a child again. Of course, you don't want to have a 5-year olds lack of maturity or understanding, right?
Paul reminds us to be like children in malice but not understanding (1 Corinthians 14:20).
Zaccheus had the enthusiasm of a child when he climbed up a tree to see Jesus. His heart transformed as Jesus entered his life.
Are you full of hate for someone or anyone? Then you lack the character of a child that can enter heaven.
Saul hated David. But David loved Saul, exhibiting the forgiving nature of a child.
Peter was jealous until he became zealous through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Jesus was childlike.
Jesus loved the Father like a beloved child with whom God was well pleased (Matthew 3:17). When we honour God's word (Ephesians 6:1), we become childlike.
Obedience to God's work requires a childlike surrender. Love that forgives 70 times 7 is a childlike quality God desires of us.
Eternal life is full of love. Any believer who loves eternal life cannot hate others.
Guard your heart. The times are rough. Take the narrow road that leads to eternal life. Maranatha, Praise God, and Amen.