Why is it important to receive the humble and the lowly?

In Luke 9:48, Jesus said that whoever receives a child in His name receives Him. This teaching stresses the importance of welcoming those who appear insignificant or lowly in society. Christ Himself exemplified this through His life, serving the outcasts and bringing hope to the marginalized. By embracing the humble, we reflect Christ's love and mercy. This challenges our tendency to elevate the powerful or outwardly successful, reminding us that every soul has value in God’s eyes, and we are called to extend grace and love freely.