EP#399: Childlike, Not Childish - Becoming Childlike

Send us Fan MailFrom Today’s EpisodeIn today’s episode, we talk about what mature faith recovers from childhood. Ever feel like spiritual growth means needing God less? In this faith-based reflection, we look at what it really means to become childlike—not childish—in our walk with Him. If you're craving some Christian encouragement and want practical help learning how to hear from God, this episode offers two simple questions you can bring to Him today. Our Good God talks with us and we're created for life with Him, so let's experience more of it!VerseMatthew 18:1–4 ESV"At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them 3 and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 4 Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven." Mark 10:13–16 ESV"And they were bringing children to him that he might touch them, and the disciples rebuked them. 14 But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, “Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God. 15 Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.” 16 And he took them in his arms and blessed them, laying his hands on them." 1 Corinthians 14:20 ESV "Brothers, do not be children in your thinking. Be infants in evil, but in your thinking be mature."QuestionGod, what have I outgrown that you want me to recover? God, how can I receive that from you as your child? Quick LinksDid God Really Say? Quick FREE tool that helps you discern if you're hearing God 📘 The Captivated Playbook: How to Experience and Enjoy Reading the Bible📱 Send Jen a text – Questions or prayer requests? Reach out!📖 A Beckoning to Wonder: Christian Poetry Exploring God’s StoryCheck our Christian clothing from Elevated Faith📄 Access the Episode TranscriptSupport the MinistryThis podcast is an offering of Life with God Ministries, a nonprofit helping people experience the awe-filled reality of life with God.We’re able to make these conversations freely available because of generous listeners like you.👉 Give a gift to support this workRate, Review & ShareIf this episode encouraged you, please leave a review and share it with a friend. Your simple act helps more people discover life with God.ConnectLife with God Ministry Website  |  Jen’s Website  |  Instagram  Learn more about the Kingwell Kid Detectives and “The Mystery of the Missing Falls” https://kingswellkids.com/book1