What happened to the childlike wonder we once had? In this sermon, I walk through Matthew 18:1–4 and show how Jesus calls believers away from pride, cynicism, fear, and a critical spirit—and back toward humility, trust, joy, gratitude, and walking in the Spirit.
God is not calling us to childishness. He is restoring childlike faith through the Holy Spirit, the fruit of the Spirit, and daily obedience to Christ.
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Primary Scripture Reading
Matthew 18:1–4 (KJV)
Jesus teaches that greatness in the kingdom comes through humility and becoming as little children. Scriptures Explicitly Referenced
2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
Ezekiel 36:26 (KJV)
"A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you..."
Galatians 5:16 (KJV)
"This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh."
Galatians 5:22–23 (KJV)
The Fruit of the Spirit: Love Joy Peace Longsuffering Gentleness Goodness Faith Meekness Temperance
John 15:5 (KJV)
"I am the vine, ye are the branches..."
John 14:27 (KJV)
"Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you..." Scriptures Strongly Alluded To
Ephesians 1:13–14 (KJV)
Being sealed with the Holy Spirit upon belief.
Romans 8:16–17 (KJV)
Believers as children of God and joint-heirs with Christ.
1 Corinthians 2:16 (KJV)
"But we have the mind of Christ."
1 John 1:9 (KJV)
Confession and forgiveness of sins.
Proverbs 4:23 (KJV)
"Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life."
Romans 12:2 (KJV)
Renewal and transformation of the mind.
Genesis 1–3 (KJV)
References to Eden, Adam's fellowship with God, and the restoration of what was lost through the Fall. Core Doctrinal Themes Supported Throughout the Sermon Salvation by faith in Christ alone. New creation in Christ. Indwelling Holy Spirit. Walking in the Spirit. The Fruit of the Spirit. The mind of Christ. Kingdom living. Childlike faith and humility. Gratitude and wonder. Abiding in Christ. Restoration of God's image in believers.
Total Scripture References Used: 12 primary and secondary passages, with Matthew 18:1–4 serving as the foundation text.