The congregation at the church in Laodicea was an insipid lot. They were satisfied with themselves just the way they were – wealthy enough, healthy enough, life was good. The trouble is that Jesus didn’t see them that way! He knew they were “wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked.” (Revelation 3:17) But of the seven churches addressed in Revelation, the Laodiceans were the ones chosen for intimacy. You can imagine Christ saying, “I’m knocking at your door. Why don’t you let me in and we can sit down and have supper together and talk about these things?”

Behold, I stand at the door and knock. Revelation 3:20

Are you a ho-hum, lukewarm, limp Christian offering tepid prayers and looking at your Bible reading as a bland routine? Wouldn’t you prefer to be refreshed and exhilarated after the time you’ve spent with your Lord? Start by not taking your devotional time for granted. Remember it is the God of the Universe who seeks to be close to you! Keep your focus on Him, motivated by your love for each other. Two-way communication over your spiritual supper table is essential. Don’t rush.

While you are communing in prayer, be sure to intercede for those in authority over you to find their relationship with the One who knocked at your door today.

Recommended Reading: Psalm 63:1-8