"At that time the disciples approached Jesus and said, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” He called a child over, placed it in their midst, and said, “Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven."
Matthew 18:1-4
Living in the society today, the definition of that phrase "become like children" seems so off. It has been twisted, ripped apart and blended to mean something it is not. We look at the "average" child's personality is and think THIS is what Christ is calling me to be like? This obnoxious, tantrum throwing, yelling, prideful, not caring, selfish, messy kid??? Right. Become like children... what is He thinking?
But that is not what he means. It's at moments like this, when we see a video like this young boy singing his heart out to God, tears welling in his eyes because of the overflowing love He has for his Savior and that he has the privilege to sing for His God on stage, not just once, but numerous times, including duets. This boy humbled himself, not caring if he would be made fun of at school, not caring about being bullied, instead put faith first. THAT is the true definition of becoming like a child. Putting ALLL faith and trust in Christ. That is the child of God I want to be. Raising my arms up to my Heavenly Father and saying, "Daddy, I love you. Thank you for all you have given me. Help me give it back to you through any means I can."
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