See. Listen.

Revelation 3:20-21 “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 him, and he with me. 21 To him who overcomes, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I overcame and sat down with my Father on his throne.” 

SOME Bible translations begin this with “Behold!”. Another says, “Listen!.” “Here I am!” Jesus’ message is urgent. He’s coming through the door in power and strength. See this, too, in Psalm 24:8 Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. 9 Lift up your heads, O you gates; lift them up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in.” Yes, open that door! Engage fully with the Lord of Lords, Savior and Redeemer. HIs truth will transform you. His glorious love will reshape your heart to love God and to love others. 
Perhaps you’ve seen the painting of Christ knocking on the door, awaiting, it seems, for someone to open the door and receive him. Many teach this is Jesus knocking on the door of every person’s heart, anticipating their decision to open it or not. But remember, Revelation is Jesus’ message to his church, people who already confessing faith in Christ. The Bible teaches we have no power within us to decide to open the door of our hearts to Christ. It is the Holy Spirit, who births our faith to open the door and welcome Jesus into our lives. John 3:6 “Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. 7 You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘‘You must be born again.’” To be born again is to receive God’s life pouring down from Heaven. It is the Bible’s teaching of God renewing his creation as his people obey his commands. 
Do you confess Jesus, “Lord. Savior”? Then thank God he has opened your heart, so you will join with the King of glory! You will overcome sin, and God will give you the joy to feast with him forever. 
Behold, then, and listen to the Lord’s great love. God’s story from Genesis to Revelation is to tell you he has “prepared a table before you in the presence of your enemies. He anoints your head with oil; your cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow you all the days of your life, and you will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” (from Psalm 23). 
Have you received the Lord’s glorious salvation and his true promises? Then be eager to help your church open wide its door to welcome in the King of glory to empower your church into the joy of Jesus’ salvation. 

Prayer: Thank you for your overflowing cup of glory, Lord Jesus. Hallelujah! Amen.