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October 20

And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. — Luke 2:52 BSB

The little we know about the first thirty years of Jesus’ life is significant, even though the details are few.

The entire record of His first twelve years is summed up in one sentence: “The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom, and the grace of God was upon Him.” Jesus grew just like other children. There was nothing out of the ordinary about His childhood.

At the age of twelve, He attended His first Passover.

The next eighteen years are also captured in a single sentence: “Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.” We know that He was obedient to His parents, teaching us an important lesson that every child should learn.

Jesus also worked as a carpenter during those years. Some may wonder why He didn’t perform miracles during this time, but miracles aren’t the only sign of divinity. The most divine thing we can do is to live a sweet, patient, unselfish, and obedient life, as Jesus did.


Mornings With God - October 20

Public domain content taken from Morning Thoughts by J.R. Miller.


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