Childlike Awe and Wonder in Matthew 18:3 Sermon

Becoming like little children involves cultivating a profound sense of awe and wonder toward God's creation and His love. Children naturally approach each day with enthusiasm, confidence, and a readiness to face whatever challenges arise. This joyful openness reflects pure faith and trust in God, rooted in seeing the world anew with fresh eyes that marvel at the beauty of creation—whether in the elements, animals, or even ourselves—recognizing God's breath and purpose in all things ([22:11]).

Maintaining this sense of wonder enables a transformative view of ourselves and others as delightfully created by God, countering feelings of shame, pain, or unworthiness. Viewing life through the lens of awe reveals that God delighted in creating every person, filling us with joy and confidence ([25:53]). Adopting this childlike attitude—seeing the world with joy, love, and reverence—opens the way to enter the kingdom of heaven with a heart full of wonder, just as children believe they can conquer the day because they trust in God's goodness ([36:01]).

Jesus calls for a likeness to children not merely in innocence but in the way they perceive and respond to life—with awe and delight. This perspective empowers living each day with joy and trust, recognizing God's delight in us and His purpose for our lives. Embracing the gift of childlike awe and wonder renews the heart, enabling us to seize each day with joy, fulfilling the design with which we were created ([37:24]). This approach invites a continual renewal of faith, seeing the world and our spiritual journey through eyes of wonder, fully embracing God's love and creation with fresh, joyful vision.

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