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First Commandment
Unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven

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Jesus His Commandment

  • Unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven
    • Matthew 18:3 And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

    This Primary Bible reference is a unique Bible reference according to the words of Jesus, which best summarizes this step.

Commandment category: First Commandment

All Jesus His steps can be grouped into the Ten Commandments from the Old Testament (Exodus 20).

Direct Bible References

Extra direct Bible references which expands or explain the same step.

  • Psalms 127:3-5 Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate. (Author: 'David')
  • Mark 10:15 Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein. (Author: 'Jesus')
  • 1 Corinthians 14:20 Brethren, be not children in understanding: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men. (Author: 'Paul')
  • 1 Peter 2:1-2 Wherefore laying aside all malice, and all guile, and hypocrisies, and envies, and all evil speakings, As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby: (Author: 'Peter')

Indirect Bible References

Extra, more indirect Bible references, relating to the same step.

  • Psalms 8:3 When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained; (Author: 'David')
  • Psalms 131:1-3 LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me. Surely I have behaved and quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child. Let Israel hope in the LORD from henceforth and for ever. (Author: 'David')

Duplicate Bible References

Another Bible reference to more or less the same as the primary, direct or indirect, with not much new information, although it will confirm the same Bible references:


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Legend

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  • A related Bible reference to the step which is negative, something you should not do
  • A related Bible reference to the step which is both positive and negative
  • A related Bible reference to the step which is positive, something you should do or learn from
  • A related Bible reference to the step which is not yet determined positive or negative
  • Author: Indicates the known author from this Bible reference
  • OT Law nr: Jewish tradition teached that there are 613 commandments or mitzvot in the Torah. We list the Number, based on a chronological order (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numeri, Deuteronomium).
  • Rambam Title: This is the commandment, as an interpretation of Rambam (commonly known as Maimonides)
  • Rambam Coding: The coding refers to the commandments layout of Rambam. Rabbi Chafetz Chayim wrote a book with all the commandments which can still be observed today. The book is called 'The Concise Book of Mitzvoth'
    • CCA means a positive mitzwe (which can now also be carried out outside of Israel).
    • CCN is the negative mitzwe (which can now also be carried out outside of Israel).
    • CCI means that this mitzvah can only be performed in the State of Israel.

Who came up with this "613 Mitzvot"?

Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, His full name was Rabbi Moses Ben Maimon. His name formed the acronym as "The Rambam" was born on the 14th of Nisan 4895 (30th March 1135) and he died on the 20th of Tevet of 4965 (Dec. 13 1204). The Rambam was one of the most saught after individuals of his time. Not only as a Halachic authority, but also within the secular world of kings and sultans, for his vast knowledge of secular medecines was outstanding. When writting the Mishna Torah, Ramban reviewed the Torah's Mitzvot, and he itemized them. He seperated the positive and negative mitzvot, listed them, all 613, and discussed them.

Drawings

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Artist: Jenske Visser

Pictures

Questions

Share your hearts together by discussing the following questions:
  • Is there anything you don't understand within this step?
  • Wat appeals to you about all Bible references and resources?
  • How do you apply this step in your life or do you experience any boundaries?
Extra questions:
  • Jesus talks much about the Kingdom of God in His ministry. What is the Kingdom of God, and what does it mean to receive it?
  • What characteristics of children does Jesus want His disciples to recognize and emulate in receiving His Kingdom?
  • What would it look like in your work, finances, relationships, and neighborhood to receive the Kingdom of God like a child?
  • Why is receiving Jesus and His Kingdom better than anything this world has to offer?

Superbook

Superbook - Samuel and the Call of God

Your family will love watching this exciting adventure as Superbook takes Chris, Joy and Gizmo to meet the prophet Samuel. Witness how he answers God’s call as a child, then grows up to become Israel’s leader. Our heroes discover that you’re never too young to be called by God.


Watch now on: Superbook

Short Movies

Moving Works - Adopted

Over the span of a three and a half year wait, Peter and Erin realize that they are adopting for reasons much more personal than once thought. They are adopting, because they were adopted.

Moving Works - Like a child

Filmed in six languages across five continents, this short film captures the faith-filled thoughts of children as they contemplate the many attributes of God.

Songs

Matthew West - Hello, My Name Is