"People were also bringing babies to Jesus for him to place his hands on them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Luke 18:15-17

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In this message, Pastor Kevin challenges us to see reality through Jesus’ eyes, not the world’s. Using Luke 18, he shows how the kingdom belongs to those who come with humility, dependence, and trust like a child. When we let go of pride, control, and false realities, God defines our identity and opens the door to heaven’s reality.

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1. God’s Word Cultivates Life

• The Word of God is a seed, it grows in ways we don’t expect.
• Receiving it requires openness and expectation.

2. Reality Is Shaped by Culture, Not Truth

• Our perspective is influenced by family, work, social media, and city life.
• Jesus shows a higher reality: His truth defines reality, not what we see or feel.

3. The Kingdom Belongs to the Dependent

• Children brought nothing to Jesus, no status, no power, no claim.
• To enter the kingdom, we must come with humility and dependence, not pride or entitlement.

4. Letting Go to Receive God’s Identity

• Like Jacob, we must release control, pride, and self-reliance.
• God defines our identity, not culture, comparison, or personal achievement.

5. Practicing Childlike Humility

• No pretending: be honest before God.
• No presuming: closeness is not earned, and service is never optional.
• No pressing: stop striving to prove yourself; rely on God.

Core Takeaway: Dependence on Jesus is heaven’s reality, will you receive it like a child?

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