October 5 – Childlike Faith, Not Self-Sufficiency
In today’s episode, Pastor Robert shares a devotion from Luke 18, where Jesus brings together several teachings about prayer, humility, self-sufficiency, and childlike faith. The chapter begins with the importance of persistent prayer, but Jesus quickly contrasts two very different approaches to God. The Pharisee’s prayer centers on his own spiritual accomplishments and superiority, while the tax collector humbly recognizes his need for mercy. Jesus declares the humble man justified, revealing the danger of allowing spiritual disciplines or good works to become a source of confidence before…
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