Devotional: Surrendering to God's Goodness - Day 2
Day 2: Childlike Trust
Reading:
Mark 10:13-22
13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.
14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.
15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.
16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.
17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?
18 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.
19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.
20 And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth.
21 Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.
22 And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.
Devotional: Jesus said we must "receive the kingdom of God as a little child." Children possess a beautiful simplicity in trust—they don't overthink, they simply believe. The rich young ruler had everything by worldly standards, yet he walked away grieved because he trusted his possessions more than Jesus. His wealth wasn't the problem; his divided heart was. What are you holding onto that prevents complete surrender? Jesus looked at this man with love, not condemnation, when He asked him to let go. God isn't trying to strip you of joy—He's offering you something infinitely better. Whatever you're clinging to pales in comparison to the treasure of following Christ wholeheartedly. God's will isn't restrictive; it's liberating.
Reflection: What possession, relationship, or comfort am I trusting more than God?
Reading:
Mark 10:13-22
13 And they brought young children to him, that he should touch them: and his disciples rebuked those that brought them.
14 But when Jesus saw it, he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.
15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.
16 And he took them up in his arms, put his hands upon them, and blessed them.
17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life?
18 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.
19 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do not kill, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Defraud not, Honour thy father and mother.
20 And he answered and said unto him, Master, all these have I observed from my youth.
21 Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.
22 And he was sad at that saying, and went away grieved: for he had great possessions.
Devotional: Jesus said we must "receive the kingdom of God as a little child." Children possess a beautiful simplicity in trust—they don't overthink, they simply believe. The rich young ruler had everything by worldly standards, yet he walked away grieved because he trusted his possessions more than Jesus. His wealth wasn't the problem; his divided heart was. What are you holding onto that prevents complete surrender? Jesus looked at this man with love, not condemnation, when He asked him to let go. God isn't trying to strip you of joy—He's offering you something infinitely better. Whatever you're clinging to pales in comparison to the treasure of following Christ wholeheartedly. God's will isn't restrictive; it's liberating.
Reflection: What possession, relationship, or comfort am I trusting more than God?