Shalom, and welcome to a journey into the words of life.
Many of us assume that the Lord Jesus was born with full knowledge of all things, possessing infinite understanding from the moment of His birth. However, this is not what Scripture teaches. Although He was truly God, Jesus was also truly man—and in becoming human, He willingly laid aside His divine privileges (Philippians 2:6–7). He came into the world just like any other child: limited in knowledge, dependent on His parents, and in need of growth.
This was necessary in order to fulfill God’s purpose—to identify with us fully in every way (Hebrews 2:17). Jesus was to be our perfect example, showing us how to walk in obedience, grow in faith, and pursue the knowledge of God. By observing His life, we gain a model to emulate in our own spiritual journey.
The Bible says:
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.”
(Luke 2:52, NKJV)
This growth in wisdom and stature didn’t happen magically or automatically. It was the result of intentional pursuit, discipline, and devotion to God’s Word. From a young age, Jesus was diligent in seeking truth. He engaged with teachers, asked questions, and offered insights where He had understanding. His passion for learning was evident even as a boy.
Look at this remarkable passage:
“Now so it was that after three days they found Him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the teachers, both listening to them and asking them questions.
And all who heard Him were astonished at His understanding and answers.
So when they saw Him, they were amazed; and His mother said to Him, ‘Son, why have You done this to us? Look, Your father and I have sought You anxiously.’
And He said to them, ‘Why did you seek Me? Did you not know that I must be about My Father’s business?’
But they did not understand the statement which He spoke to them.
Then He went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was subject to them, but His mother kept all these things in her heart.
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.”
(Luke 2:46–52, NKJV)
Pause and consider this: a 12-year-old boy stayed in the temple for three full days—day and night—discussing Scripture with teachers of the Law. That was His routine, His passion. Do you think such a young man would grow up to be ordinary? Certainly not! His commitment to learning was the foundation for His extraordinary spiritual maturity.
Jesus didn’t receive divine knowledge by default or merely because He was the Son of God. He pursued it. He grew into it through study, submission, and spiritual hunger.
In contrast, many believers today neglect the discipline of studying God’s Word. Even when they attend Bible teachings or church services, they rarely ask questions. They listen passively, receive what is said—whether they understand it or not—and walk away saying, “Amen, Pastor,” without internalizing or confirming the truth.
But the Bible is not a novel or newspaper. It is a book of mysteries, a spiritual treasure trove (Proverbs 25:2). God has intentionally hidden truths in Scripture so that we might seek Him earnestly and grow in the process (Jeremiah 33:3; Matthew 13:10–11).
No sincere reader of the Bible can read deeply and fail to encounter mysteries and questions. Even Jesus, who was the Living Word, did not shy away from learning. He actively sought out teachers and entered into dialogue. Likewise, if we desire to grow in wisdom and stature before God, we must engage our minds and hearts in serious pursuit of truth.
Ask your pastors, teachers, and mentors the questions you encounter in your reading. If their answers don’t satisfy you, don’t stop—seek out others. Keep searching until the Holy Spirit brings you clarity. Jesus said:
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”
(Matthew 7:7, NKJV)
Though Jesus sat under the instruction of teachers in the temple, He later became the Teacher of teachers, the Rabbi of rabbis, unveiling mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven beyond anything the religious leaders of His day—or even the patriarchs before Him—had known.
You, too, can walk in deep revelation if you refuse to settle for surface-level knowledge. When you diligently seek to know God and refuse to be content with shallow understanding, He will reveal Himself to you in ways that will astonish even you.
Start now. Seek the Lord with the passion and discipline that Jesus modeled.
He grew in wisdom and stature—so can you.
May the Lord bless you richly.