29th January 2026

Is He At Your Door ?

Behold, I stand at the door and knock . . .

Revelation 3:20

Today's Bible Reading: Revelation 3:20-22.

In the closing words to the church in Laodicea, Jesus presents a vivid image of His desire for a close, personal relationship with each individual. "Behold, I stand at the door and knock," He says, a gentle yet powerful invitation to fellowship.

This imagery reflects the intimacy of a personal relationship. Jesus, the King of Kings, humbly stands at the door of our hearts, seeking entrance. Notice that He doesn't force His way in; rather, He patiently waits for us to respond. The knocking is an expression of His love and the desire for communion with us. 

The conditions for this fellowship are beautifully simple: "If anyone hears My voice and opens the door." Hearing His voice involves attentiveness to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and the recognition of Jesus as Lord. Opening the door requires an act of our will, a decision to invite Him into every area of our lives. 

The promise that follows is profound: "I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me." The symbolism of dining together speaks of intimacy, friendship, and shared life. Jesus desires not only to be present in our lives but to share in the joys and challenges, to commune with us in a way that transforms our relationship with Him. 

Consider the state of the door of your heart. Is it open to the Lord Jesus, or have we unintentionally kept Him waiting outside? May we each respond to His loving invitation, hear His voice, and open the door wide, welcoming Him into the very core of our being. 

Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for standing at the door of my heart, patiently knocking. Open my ears to hear your voice and soften my heart to respond to your invitation. Come in, dine with me, and may my life be a testimony to the intimate relationship I share with you. In your precious name, I pray. Amen.