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The Highest Form of Spirituality Is Becoming Childlike

16 Oct 2026 · 1 min

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In this short sermon, the speaker cites King David to argue that the pinnacle of spiritual development is to regain a childlike state—not immaturity, but the pure trust, present‑moment awareness, and boundless enthusiasm characteristic of children. The speaker explains that adult anxiety stems from preoccupation with past and future, which dampens enthusiasm. By embracing childlike trust and presence, one can access deeper spiritual insight, and traditional sages are quoted as recommending that children be consulted for prophetic or spiritual messages.

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King David once said that the highest form of spirituality is to become childlike again. Not childish, but to become like a child. It means you trust completely. It means you are not thinking about the future. And it means that you have excitement and enthusiasm for the smallest of things. If you think about it, as we grow older, what causes us the greatest anxiety and stress and pain? It is simply one thing. We lose our enthusiasm for life because we are thinking about the future or holding on to the past. Children simply don't have this ability. They are so present. And as a result, sages also say, if you want to receive prophecy, if you need to get a spiritual message, go to a child and ask them for a message.