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As A ChildMatthew 18:1-6 Introduction:Children were important to JesusMatthew 19:14 Jesus said: ... "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven." …Children tell us a lot about the Kingdom of GodJesus gives us three examples in the text:First Example is in verse 3:Jesus said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven.“Converted” – believe without knowing all the answers….Second Example is in verse 4:Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.“Humility” - defenseless, needs protection, submissiveThird Example is in verses 5 & 6:5 Whoever receives one little child like this in My name receives Me. 6 "But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, it would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were drowned in the depth of the sea.Jesus was speaking of those who believed in Him.He was also speaking to us about the care and support of ‘little ones’ who have been converted and believe in Him…There is a mandate here for all of us: Church AND Family…Conclusion:Jesus still possesses ‘Child Like’ characteristics today: (one at a time if possible as I refer to them)When He speaks or cries out it is for a reason…He wants our undivided attention…He doesn’t strike back no matter how He is abused…He will love you immediately after you misuse or abuse Him…He loves everyone who will give Him their attention…As A ChildMatthew 18:1-6 1 At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, "Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" 2 Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, 3 and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. 4 Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. 5 Whoever receives one little child like this in My name receives Me. 6 "But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, it would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were drowned in the depth of the sea. Introduction:Children were important to JesusHe took time for them: He held them in His arms, He blessed them, He loved them…In Matthew 19:14; Mark 10:14; and Luke 18:16 Jesus said: ... "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven." …Responding to the disciples question of “Who then is greatest in the Kingdom of heaven?” Jesus used the example of a childChildren tell us a lot about the Kingdom of GodIn the Scripture Text today, Jesus gives three spiritual examples of a childFirst Example is in verse 3:Jesus said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven.“Converted” – believe without knowing all the answers….Second Example is in verse 4:Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.“Humility” defenseless, needs the protection of ‘father’, submissive to the will of its ‘father’Third Example is in verses 5 & 6:5 Whoever receives one little child like this in My name receives Me. 6 "But whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, it would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were drowned in the depth of the sea.Here Jesus was speaking of those who believed in Him.He was speaking primarily to the Pharisees and Sadducees who were attacking those who believed He was the Son of God.He was also speaking to us about the care and support of ‘little ones’ who have been converted and believe in Him…There is a mandate here for all of us: Church AND Family…Conclusion:Jesus still possesses ‘Child Like’ characteristics today:When He speaks or cries out it is for a reason…He wants our undivided attention…He doesn’t strike back no matter how He is abused…He will love you immediately after you misuse or abuse Him…He loves everyone who will give Him their attention… ................
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