Uncivilized

Civilized. I suppose one could use this as one of the words that describes human history. Our quest to become a civilized people. Which in and of itself is not that bad, a desirable pursuit to further advance oneself in society is certainly and admirable thing.

Recently I was reflecting on the passage of Scripture in Luke 18 where Jesus rebuked the disciples after they had rebuked the little children who were wanting to hang out with Jesus. The Disciples were under the impression that Jesus had no time for the affairs of children and their childish ways. However, on the contrary Jesus took the opportunity to teach these "Men of God" a valuable lesson about his kingdom.

Let the little children come unto me and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it. Luke 18:17

Pretty strong words I would say. Which brings me to this. I was reflecting on one of my favorite movies last week during Rocky week on TV the other day. Rocky 3 is probably my personal favorite of the series. In the movie Rocky is getting frustrated with his trainer Mick because he feels that Mick has been intentionally carrying him through his fights so he wouldn't loose his title. After an argument Mick looks Rocky in the eyes and says this " The same thing has happened to you that happens to every great fighter - You became civilized-

When I think of the Luke 18 verse I cant help but think of my own children, my 8 year old with not a care in the world that thinks he is invincible, or my 5 year old daughter who thinks she is a princess and one day she is going to live in Cinderellas castle. Then I can't help but think about the fact that Jesus said this is what all of us must be like in order to truly inherit the kingdom of God. Just like children - Free of worry, Free to dream, Believing that anything is possible, not afraid to try something new, not afraid to get undignified or maybe one word would best describe all of that. Uncivilized

So next time you approach God remember to get a little bit uncivilized, just be you, not the fake you that has built up over years and years of trying to be someone that your not. Because, remember God loves you for you, and He likes it best when you are just yourself.