Jesus and The Open Heart | Letting God In
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Pastor Greg Laurie delivers a powerful message on 'Jesus and the Open Heart' from Luke chapter 18, emphasizing the necessity of childlike faith to enter the kingdom of God. He contrasts the honest, open-heartedness of children with the hardened, cynical attitudes that often develop in adulthood, urging listeners to shed pretense and come to God with humility and dependence. The sermon highlights the biblical vision of true masculinity—watchful, provider, strong, and above all, loving—rooted in Christ’s example. Laurie also celebrates the growing spiritual awakening among young men, attributing it to a longing for purpose, responsibility, and authentic manhood in contrast to modern cultural narratives. He calls listeners to bring their children to Christ, modeling faith through consistent, authentic living, and invites anyone not yet committed to Christ to respond in prayer, offering a free New Believer's Bible to those who do.
To enter the kingdom of God, you must receive it like a child—honestly, humbly, and with complete dependence on God.
True masculinity is not about dominance but about being watchful, a provider, spiritually strong, and above all, loving—modeled after Christ.
Parents must intentionally train their children in the way of the Lord, not through hypocrisy, but by living a life that makes faith attractive.
Young men are returning to church not for self-indulgence, but for responsibility, sacrifice, and authentic leadership.
God is just a prayer away—anyone can call on the name of the Lord and be saved, beginning a new relationship with Him today.
The Heart of Heaven and the Childlike Faith
“Anyone who doesn't receive the kingdom of God like a child will never enter it.”
The Hardened Heart and the Need for Openness
Laurie explores how adulthood can lead to cynicism and emotional armor, comparing the hardened heart to a turtle in its shell. He argues that only an open heart can truly connect with God.
The Biblical Vision of True Masculinity
“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong, and let all of that be done in love.”
Children and the Example of Openness
“The kingdom of God belongs to those who are like these little children.”
Invitation to Faith and New Believer's Support
Laurie invites listeners to respond to God through prayer, offers a free New Believer's Bible, and encourages financial support for the ministry, emphasizing the impact of listener generosity.
“Anyone who doesn't receive the kingdom of God like a child will never enter it.”
“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong, and let all of that be done in love.”
“The strongest man who ever lived was Jesus. He was a very definition of masculinity.”
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Jesus Christ
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Greg Laurie
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Luke chapter 18
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Harvest.org
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1 Corinthians 16:13–14
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New Believer's Bible
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Proverbs 22:6
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As It Is In Heaven
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Rich Young Ruler
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Baby
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