Practicing Trust

Something to think about: “And they were bringing children to Him so that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked them. But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and said to them, “Permit the children to come to Me; do not hinder them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it at all.” And He took them in His arms and began blessing them, laying His hands on them.”  (Mark 10:13-16) Little children trust their parents for everything they need. That’s why the Lord Jesus used them as an illustration of childlike faith. But then little children grow up and become like . . . well, they become like most of us. It’s been my experience – and perhaps yours as well – that an attitude of not trusting God for ALL our needs leads to an “I can do it myself” philosophy, which almost inevitably leads to an “I don’t need God” lifestyle. Be careful. God gives us many, many opportunities to trust Him. Oh, Holy Spirit, help us to learn how to better practice trust.