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07-16-2024 Matthew 11 V-2527 Praising the Father to Reveal the Son

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The Book of Matthew 11 v- 25 thru 27

25 At that time Jesus said in reply, “I give praise to you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for although you have hidden these things from the wise and the learned you have revealed them to the childlike. 26 Yes, Father, such has been your gracious will. 27 All things have been handed over to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son wishes to reveal him.

Matthew 11:25-27 is a profound passage where Jesus expresses gratitude to the Father and speaks about the intimate relationship between the Father and the Son. This section reveals deep theological insights and is rich with meaning.

The passage begins with Jesus saying, "I thank you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and the intelligent and have revealed them to childlike." Here, Jesus praises God for His divine wisdom and sovereignty. The "wise and intelligent" likely refer to those who, despite their worldly knowledge, fail to understand the spiritual truths of God's kingdom. In contrast, "childlike" symbolize those who are humble, open, and receptive to God's revelation. This highlights a recurring biblical theme: God's truths are often grasped not by human wisdom but by childlike faith and humility.

In verse 26, Jesus continues, "Yes, Father, for such was your gracious will." This statement underscores the divine pleasure and purpose in revealing spiritual truths to the humble. It emphasizes that God's ways and thoughts are higher than human understanding and that He delights in revealing Himself to those who approach Him with a pure and simple heart.

Verse 27 provides a deeper insight into the unique relationship between Jesus and the Father. Jesus declares, "All things have been handed over to me by my Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him." This verse underscores the exclusive and intimate knowledge that exists between the Father and the Son. It also highlights Jesus' authoritative role in revealing the Father to humanity. The mutual knowledge between the Father and the Son is profound, and through Jesus, we gain access to a deeper understanding of God. Amen.

Join me as we pray our daily prayer of forgiveness. The Lord’s Prayer.

At the Savior's command and formed by divine teaching, we dare to say:

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Deliver us, Lord, we pray, from every evil, graciously grant peace in our days, that, by the help of your mercy, we may be always free from sin and safe from all distress, as we await the blessed hope and the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. For the kingdom, the power and the glory are yours now and for ever. Amen.

I am sorry Lord. I believe You died and rose for me. Please forgive me as I forgive others. I share You as my Lord and Savior seeking to live your Will in all things. Prayers for wife Toni and my mother Betty pray for our children especially our two oldest Alexandra & Allen Son in Law Mark Stern; Julian, Gabriel and Jeffrey and our grandchildren Oliver, Julian and Elliott. We pray for those we’ve said we’d pray for and those who’ve asked us to pray for them. We pray for the dying as we do each day Lord give them peace in their last breath. We pray for Holy Mother Church. Our prayers for our niece Brittany. In Jesus Precious Blood by His Name we pray. Amen.

I am a poet obedient to Christ,
Catholic Evangelist Thomas Cruz†Wiggins

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07-16-2024 Matthew 11 V-2527

**Praising the Father to Reveal the Son**

In humble prayer, the Savior lifts His voice,

To thank the Father, heaven and earth rejoice.

Not to the wise, the proud, the worldly keen,

But to the pure, the humble, truths are seen.

O Father, Lord, Your will, so gracious, kind,

In simple hearts, Your treasures we find.

The secrets of the kingdom You unfold,

To childlike faith, more precious than gold.

In Jesus' words, a mystery profound,

The Son and Father in deep love are bound.

All things entrusted to the Son's command,

In Him alone we come to understand.

No one knows the Son but You, O Lord,

And none the Father, save whom the Son adored.

To those He chooses, revelation's light,

In Jesus' love, we find our sight.

O childlike soul, approach with heart so pure,

In His embrace, your faith will find its cure.

For in the Son, the Father's face we see,

In humble trust, the truth shall set us free. Amen.

© Thomas Joe Cruz†Wiggins

July 16, 2024 @ 06:43 AM EST

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