Matt 11:"25 At that time Jesus declared, I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that you have hidden these things from the wise and understanding and revealed them to little children; 26 yes, Father, for such was your gracious will. 27 All things have been handed over to me by my Father, and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. 28 Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
This passage is always interesting because it is sandwiched between judgement and weariness. Jesus is the relief of both.
It is God's will to be veiled or hidden. It is His gracious will to be revealed to the simple. Those with talent for intellect are often seperated from these truths by pride and stubborn self will. The religious zealots are weary from trying to live good enough - the powerful are consumed by chains- the intellects are searching in a seeming whirlpool of darkness...
then God reaches out. It is His way.
Lord, I am humbled that You would allow me to be one of those simple children of light. Can you use me to reveal Yourself to others?
1 comment:
Another good one my brother. The scriptures teach us that the simple things confound the wise. I am glad God made the gospel easy to understand, and then enlightened me to understand it on top of that! Otherwise, I would have never had a chance! Heck, I have trouble reading assembbly instructions for the furniture I buy at Wal-mart!
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