Dust Before Dinner

Nº 311

July 16, 2024

The whole basis for our relationship with God is rooted and grounded in grace, in that which is not earned. - R.C. Sproul

As a child I was taught the verse, “Behold I stand at the door and knock, if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.” (Revelation 3:20) I was told to become a Christian I needed to open the “door” and let Jesus into my life. Later I learned that the passage is addressed to believers, the Church at Laodicea. This verse is not about starting a relationship with Jesus but rather about maintaining a healthy life with him.

In my world, arriving early for a dinner party is a social faux pas. The host family needs every minute to vacuum, wash, dust, straighten, and hide the piles of accumulated clutter before opening the door.

Jesus knocks as a dinner guest but also as a skilled butler. He already knows all about our messy house, unwashed clothes, and dirty dishes. He is eager to sweep the floors, wash the dishes, and remove the trash.

Staying away from Jesus until we are presentable never works. Isolation is counterproductive. Open the door and let Him in. He can clean any embarrassing mess and is eager to share a meal.

Excelsior,

Dan Bolin

Author & President

Refueling in Flight Ministries