We Christians have our own way of speaking. I noticed that recently on a trip to the Bible belt. It seemed that Christians were everywhere, if their language was any guide. One phrase that is a part of the in-speak of Christianity is "little ones." If I called people little ones outside of the church, somebody might punch my lights out, thinking that I was insulting them. However, in the church, it is a great compliment.
Let me conclude this discussion of Jesus describing who is the greatest. He warned us not to offend or look down on the little ones, the truly great. What a contrast! Even those who Jesus considered to be the greatest can be caused to sin or fall away from the church. Our thoughts are not God's thoughts. These people that we don't naturally recognize socially, are actually the greatest and their guardian angels are always conducting business before God in heaven.
To be called "little ones" is among the greatest of compliments. Now that is deep.
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