Introduction The reason why the disciples of Jesus must have a persistent, humble, and childlike faith is because anything else will create obstacles for following Him. Covetousness, lust, and greed all set hopes and expectations too low for the kingdom, but faith in Jesus aims at an inheritance that can never run out and…
A Widow, a Tax Collector, and Children Luke LV: Lk. 18:1-17
Introduction Jesus is still talking about the kind of faith that receives the kingdom of God (Lk. 18:8, 17). It’s faith like a persistent widow, faith like a tax collector, faith like a child. The Text: Having just urged His disciples to look for the kingdom with humble faith, being willing to give up…