New Covenant Fellowship
12 October 2026
Matthew 11:25 (ESV)
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;
We can approach faith as though we must first prove how much we know. Questions feel embarrassing, and familiar words can become a way to hide our uncertainty.
Jesus thanks the Father for revealing truth to little children. His words invite humility. They do not make careful thought or study an enemy of faith. The problem is a heart so sure of its own sufficiency that it will not receive what God gives.
A child can receive a gift without supplying an impressive explanation of how it was made. In the same way, we can come to God with honest dependence. Understanding grows as we listen to Jesus, rather than using knowledge to establish our importance.
This matters when we open Scripture, join a Bible study, or hear someone explain a passage. We can ask a sincere question. We can admit that an earlier assumption needs correction. We can listen without turning every conversation into a test we must win.
Today, choose one question you have been reluctant to ask. Bring it to God, then discuss it with a trustworthy believer who will help you attend carefully to Scripture. You do not need to pretend certainty in order to learn.
Prayer: Father, give me a teachable heart. Help me receive your truth with gratitude and follow Jesus with humble trust. Amen.
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