February 23, 2010
Mark 10
Pastor Luke Lang
It probably comes as no surprise that I love amusement parks. I love roller coasters and thrill rides. I love the shows and the attractions. I love it all…except those signs that have height requirements. You know what I’m talking about….”you must be THIS TALL to ride.” There are still some rides that I can’t ride!!
It turns out that heaven has a sign like that, but thankfully it has nothing to do with height. Heaven’s sign, just like everything else in the kingdom of God, is backward: “I (Jesus) tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it." (Mark 10:15)
We have to become like a child in order to get into heaven. Does that mean that we should throw fits when we don’t get our way or spill something at every meal? I don’t think so. I think it has to do with approaching our Father with awe, wonder and an expectant heart. I think it’s about admitting our dependence and walking out a simple faith that really believes that “everything is possible with God.”
So my advice to you today…don’t act your age!
Before joining the Grace Covenant pastoral staff, Luke Lang’s ministry with teenagers has spanned more than 20 years as a pastor, frequent camp/retreat speaker, author of two books and cartoonist.
