Could YOU Be Denying Christ? - Robert C Smith - August 1984

Robert C Smith

Why did Jesus Christ express such concern toward those He called "lukewarm"? Why did He say He would rather they be "cold"? The young man's attitude and approach to Jesus Christ was not childlike! Jesus had just taken little children up in His arms, and blessed them. Jesus said, "Of such is the kingdom of God," then reiterated, "Whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it" (Luke 18:16-17) . The young ruler, holder of substantial prestige and honor, sought from Jesus that final ingredient that would, in like manner, qualify him for God's Kingdom. With a guise of humility, he admitted to keeping the Ten Commandments "from my youth." He was quick to point out his good points, and seemed desirous of knowing if there might be anything else he should be doing - if any such thing remained. He didn't expect the answer he received. - Information Supplied By: Herbert W Armstrong Library