I used to wonder if not being childlike makes us childish. But there is a deeper truth in this simple exercise, which many may be missing.
Here you will find the not-so-difficult things and the difficult things about being a child.
Especially a few things which Jesus wants you to be like a child.
Many of us know that children play.
They like sweets.
They laugh a lot.
They cry.
They will be back to being joyful soon.
They smile.
They are joyful often.
They are less likely to be sad.
They are least likely to brood.
They are full of love.
They persevere.
They are not tired of playing.
They are like friends.
They like family.
They sleep easily.
They wake up after sleeping enough.
They pray.
They love parents and grandparents.
They love to please others.
They want the approval of their parents.
A nod, a hug mean the world to them.
They thrive on enthusiasm.
They learn fast.
They learn what they see.
They learn what they are taught to a lesser extent.
They teach.
Teach with confidence.
They sing.
They don’t bother the sound they sing.
They dance.
Not ashamed.
They ask what they want.
No hesitation.
Want the birthdays to be celebrated.
They hide in plain sight.
They are not pretentious.
They don’t hide their feelings.
They express without restraints.
They are rich in love.
They believe their parents.
Nothing is impossible for their parents.
They don’t doubt.
They believe.
Faith is natural.
They like the dog and the cats, if parents like them.
Anything they are trained from early, a champion is a default.
Obedient, often try to be obedient to the T.
Honestly is a default.
No guile.
Pure heart.
Lovable.
Loving.
Loving without conditions.
Loving without strings.
Huggable.
Make any room joyful.
Thrive on sound and noise.
24 hours games they love.
I was having lunch at the office with my darling wife and sweet sons.
My eldest son works in the office while the younger one is part-time as he’s still a student.
My wife manages the business all round in addition to managing the largest teams.
In our office, with more than 130 members, people bring their children. This young, smart boy has a higher attendance than many full-time employees.
Verses to help you be like a child as Jesus wants.
My boys were saying that they occasionally scold Ryan. He sulks for two minutes. But after two minutes, it’s like a reset and he’s back to being as joyful as ever.
When I heard this remark, I heard a whisper. This is what I want many to learn.
Learning to take corrections well.
Not being offended.
Taking instructions,
Taking corrections,
When you understand it or not, with the right attitude.
Not being offended is a choice.
You can not offend a child.
Always loving.
Open to rebuke.
Here are a few verses on rebuke and offence.
These are good to make your own, as you learn to like a child.
Do keep thinking on these verses. Ask Jesus.
Ask the Holy Spirit. He will make you like a child.
You will handle rebukes better.
None will be able to offend you.
Yes, you will be like a glorious child.
Jesus Christ will be well pleased with you.
With the precious child-like qualities you have.
Verses to help you be like a child as Jesus wants.
Verses on not keeping any offence
Verses on how to respond to rebuke
Verses on rejoicing – which children know well
Verses on not keeping any offence
This being so, I myself always strive to have a conscience without offense toward God and men. (Acts 24:16 NKJV)
Because of this, I always try to maintain a clear conscience before God and all people. (Acts 24:16 NLT)
Verses on how to respond to rebuke
Repent at my rebuke! Then I will pour out my thoughts to you, I will make known to you my teachings. (Proverbs 1:23 NIV)
Children are quick to learn. Most of them. And once they learn, they stick to the corrected path.
Turn at my rebuke; surely I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you. (Proverbs 1:23 NKJV)
If you will turn (repent) and give heed to my reproof, behold, I [Wisdom] will pour out my spirit upon you, I will make my words known to you. ( Proverbs 1:23 AMPC)
Verses on rejoicing – which children know well
Children know these verses. If they knowingly know it? Or if they just know the them inherently, we do not know. But the way children live life and are always joyful points to these.
This is the day the LORD has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24) Two minutes or five minutes after any scolding, matters are reset in a kids mind. The truth of the need to rejoice was loud and clear and ALWAYS ON in a child’s heart.
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. (Philippians 4:4)
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. (Proverbs 17:22)
I used to be very difficult when it came to taking medicine. I found it difficult to swallow medicines. My parents had to powder medicines, add honey, and even then I used to have medicines with difficulty. But I could be joyful in many circumstances. Was it because it was the best medicine taken without any effort? No need to swallow. No bitter aftertaste.
