“Truly I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it at all.” And He took them in His arms and began blessing them, laying His hands on them” (Mark 10:15-16).
We are to be like children, but not childish. See with wonder the creation around you. Look, explore, discover, and search for the pearls of great price. Do not scramble to gain for its own sake, but seek for the Lord where He may be found. Adults accumulate, children see the world through the eyes of wonder. Do not be distracted by this world, but seek to look at it with awe and wonder.
Lord, I have forgotten the joy of childhood. Those quite moments where I pondered the stars, looked at the butterflies fluttering, and marveled at the activity of creation. I have become busy with being responsible or distracted and have set into a pattern of always being busy. Restore the wonder You first gave me that I may see Your hand behind, in, and through all things. Teach me what it means to come to You as a child.
Lord Jesus, You give the power to become a child of the Heavenly Father. Teach me what it means to be a child. Help me to see things the way You would have me see them. Lead me according to Your purpose so that I mature in the way You know I need to mature. Guide me in the faith You have given me and awaken me to the awe of wonder of all that has been made through You. Amen.
