‘And the child grew, and waxed strong, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was on him.'

Meanwhile the child Jesus continued to grow. And He grew strong spiritually, and was filled with wisdom (compare Acts 6:3; Acts 6:10). And the gracious activity of God continued on His life. John grew strong in Spirit (Luke 1:80) but here was One who had the added extra. He was even more exceptional.

We should note what is involved in this. Jesus has not come ‘knowing everything' and with such heavenly awareness that He cannot be tempted. He has come as a human being, Who has to grow and learn, Who has to think and understand. He has to grow in knowledge and understanding. But the great difference between Him and us is that He has the Spirit without measure and is totally responsive to His guidance. Thus all He does receive and know is truth.

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