Here we see a passage where those in authority are humbled by Jesus, the true Authority. For children, parents and church leaders, we’re shown the power and promise of Jesus in his ability to exercise agency with authoritative power, insight. From his first days as a man, Jesus willingly humbles himself out of love. One lesson is how agency under authority produces spiritual growth. Another, how Jesus “was made perfect” in suffering through obedience.

(Scripture Reading: Luke 2:41-52)