Open up your heart today because Christ desires to dwell there.
Hi, I’m Joni Eareckson Tada. And isn’t it interesting how we rarely get engaged in a project or a cause, or even a person, unless our heart is in it? It sure is true for me. When my heart is in something, I give it full energy and affection. So, no wonder Ephesians 3:17 says, “May Christ dwell in your hearts richly.” To follow Jesus closely, your heart must be full of him, for you cannot get closer to a person; that is, the person of Christ, unless he has your heart. And he can’t just be a casual visitor to your heart – no, he must live, abide, and dwell in your heart. It’s not enough to entertain Jesus daily in your thoughts; he must grip your affections. It’s not enough to meditate on him, you must feel something for him! It’s what it means to love the Lord with all your heart, soul and mind – and please notice that the heart is mentioned first. So, open up your heart today, because Christ desires to dwell there.
© Joni and Friends