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006: God Reveals Things to the Childlike

August 17, 2016 Ellen Hogarty Leave a Comment

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Diploma graduating little student kidIf we want God to teach us and show us things, we need to have a childlike heart. God hides things from the wise and learned, and reveals them to the little ones, the simple and childlike.

This does not refer to our level of education. It doesn’t mean that God is against college degrees. It refers to an attitude of heart – are we open to learn new things like a child is?

3 Childlike Traits of Father Rick Thomas

I was privileged to work with Fr. Thomas for 23 years. One of the things I learned was how childlike he was and how God revealed many things to him for that reason. Th

  1. children ask questions
  2. children have a sense of wonder
  3. children know they need someone to teach them

Who Jesus Chose

Look at the example of Jesus – who did He choose to found His Church upon? Simple fishermen and a tax collector.

Is our path of education helping us to know, love and serve God?

We need to ask Him, “How do you want me to use my gifts in Your service?”

Scriptures:

Matthew 11:25-26

Colossians 1:16

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About Ellen Hogarty

Writer. Spiritual director. Lay missionary with The Lord's Ranch Community. President of Our Lady's Youth Center. Follow me on Twitter.

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