One of the things I strive for in life is to be childlike. Childlikeness is different than childishness, a term which conveys the negative aspects of being a child, such as self-centeredness and immaturity. When someone is childlike, she displays the positive characteristics of a child, such as innocence and trust. The Bible teaches it is important to be childlike: “I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven”(Matthew 18:3). Following is a list of some of the attributes of childlikeness that I have observed.
A child ...
Is absolutely honest
Is utterly himself
Accepts things at face value
Doesn't over-analyze, but accepts and trusts
Speaks from the heart
Gives freely
Is without pretense
Exudes joy
Loves shamelessly
Laughs easily
Puts a priority on play
Lives in the moment
Doesn't question the promises of those she loves and trusts
Is absolutely honest
Is utterly himself
Accepts things at face value
Doesn't over-analyze, but accepts and trusts
Speaks from the heart
Gives freely
Is without pretense
Exudes joy
Loves shamelessly
Laughs easily
Puts a priority on play
Lives in the moment
Doesn't question the promises of those she loves and trusts
When you look at this list, do you see yourself in any of it? I see more "adult" in me than I would like. Join me in doing an "about face," and becoming more like a little child in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Blessings,
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