Scripture of the Day: Mark 10: 13–16, Matthew 18:1–4, Psalm 131

Series Theme: Abiding: Planted and Thriving in Busy Seasons

Have you ever felt like you had to show up with all the answers? Like adulthood came with this silent pressure to be in control, to have it all figured out—even in your relationship with God?

What if the invitation wasn’t to strive for spiritual perfection, but to return to the posture of a child—open, trusting, humble?

In this sixth episode of Wake Up Loved, we explore what it means to approach God with childlike faith. You’ll hear how Jesus not only welcomed children, but called all of us to adopt their simplicity and deep trust. Through Scripture, reflection, and personal stories, we’ll uncover how reclaiming your inner child can transform your spiritual life—and your day.

Can you relate to feeling like you always have to hold it all together? Have you ever longed to simply be in God’s presence without pressure?

We get it. We’ve all been there—trying to measure up, while what God really desires is childlike nearness. Let this episode be your gentle reminder: You don’t need to have it all figured out to be deeply loved.

TIMESTAMPS:

• 0:00 – Welcome and overview

• 0:27 – Mindfulness Moment (deep breathing)

• 1:02 – Opening Prayer

• 1:50 – Bible Reading

• 5:35 – Reflection begins – Jesus welcomes and defends us

• 7:46 – Humility as the gateway to greatness in God’s Kingdom

• 9:00 – Personal story: A missed opportunity to listen to a child's voice

• 11:32 – Reclaiming our inner child's ability to connect

• 12:51 – Journaling & Planning: Apply childlike humility to today’s top 3 tasks

• 15:10 – Closing Prayer

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