An openness to people and ideas which needs to be tempered by discernment. It is an attitude which God desires and which he shows to all who call to him.
Receptiveness as a human quality
See also
It is characterised by an open attitude
It is an aspect of love
pp Mk 9:37
pp Lk 9:48
Thoughtful receptiveness requires discernment
Thoughtless receptiveness is dangerous
Spiritual receptiveness is fruitful
God is receptive to human beings
To their needs
pp Mk 8:2-3
To their cries
pp 2Ch 7:12
To their repentance
God's receptiveness may be withdrawn
pp Mk 15:34
People should be receptive to God
Spiritual receptiveness begins by receiving Jesus Christ
Spiritual receptiveness requires openness to God's Spirit
Receptiveness involves seeking and listening
pp Lk 11:10
Receptiveness involves accepting and learning
pp Lk 18:17
Receptiveness requires obedience and action
Refusing to be receptive to God
pp Mk 6:11
pp Lk 9:5
