Jesus is not a distant or passive Savior. He desires a deep and intimate relationship with you. In Revelation 3:20, He says, “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” This verse paints a beautiful picture of Jesus, not as someone far off or uninterested, but as someone patiently knocking at the door of your heart, waiting for you to invite Him in.
The world often tells us that we are in control of our own lives, that we need to be self-sufficient and independent. Yet, the truth of Jesus is the opposite. He does not force His way into our lives. He waits for us to respond to His invitation, to surrender our independence and open the door to His presence.
Once we open the door, Jesus doesn’t just stop by briefly. He doesn’t offer a quick blessing and move on to the next person. He desires to dwell with us, to sit and share a meal—symbolizing a close, personal, and ongoing relationship. He wants to be part of every aspect of your life, not just the parts you feel comfortable showing. He longs to come in and transform you from the inside out, bringing peace, healing, and purpose to every corner of your heart.
But we must choose to open the door. The world tells us to focus on superficial fixes and temporary pleasures. Jesus offers something much deeper—eternal relationship and love. Will you choose to open your heart fully to Him? He’s already knocking.
Questions to Ask Ourselves
- Have I fully opened the door to Jesus in every area of my life, or are there parts I’m holding back?
- How often do I invite Jesus into my daily activities, thoughts, and decisions?
- Am I actively creating space in my life for Jesus to dwell, or am I letting the busyness of the world keep the door closed?
Prayer
Jesus, thank You for knocking on the door of my heart. I open that door wide to You today. I want to invite You into every aspect of my life—not just the easy parts, but also the parts I tend to keep closed off. Come in, Lord, and have fellowship with me. Let Your presence dwell in my heart, my mind, and my actions. Help me to create space for You daily, to grow deeper in my relationship with You. I surrender my independence, knowing that true life is found only when I open the door to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Supporting Verses
- Revelation 3:20 (NIV): “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”
- John 14:23 (NIV): “Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.'”
Takeaway: Jesus knocks at the door of your heart, but it’s your choice to let Him in. He doesn’t want a fleeting relationship—He desires to dwell with you, to share in your life, and to transform you from within. Today is the perfect day to invite Him into every part of your life and experience the fullness of His love and presence.
