Matthew 11:25 — A Humble Heart Before God | Bible Page Journal
“At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.” — Matthew 11:25 (KJV) Theme Humility • Spiritual Revelation • Teach ability • Knowing God • Dependence upon the Father • Kingdom Truth Introduction Matthew 11:25 records a prayer of Jesus to the Father. After addressing people who had witnessed His mighty works yet remained unrepentant, Jesus thanked the Father because divine truth was being revealed to those described as “babes.” Jesus was not condemning education, wisdom, or careful study. The contrast concerns spiritual posture . Human intelligence, status, or religious knowledge cannot replace a humble heart that receives what God reveals. The “babes” are those who approach God with dependence and teach ability rather than self-sufficiency. Expository Insight “At that time Jesus answered” Jesus' prayer must be understood in the context of Matth...