Listening and obeying

Ever since Chris prayed with Zach before he left, we have had continuing conversations about our need for Jesus to help us listen and obey. On Wednesday, Zach and I were driving to our Bible study, and he informed me that while he needs Jesus right now, when he grows up, he will be able to listen and obey by himself. How often do we think that we outgrow our need for the Gospel. We just don't often articulate it. O for soft hearts to always acknowledge our need for Jesus, and for the children to understand it as well...