Rev 3:15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were one or the other!
Our dog Joy is a mess. When she wants her belly scratched, she will get in the recliner beside you, sit on her haunches, and throw herself backward into your arms, exposing her belly for scratching. Ready or not, here she comes! There is nothing lukewarm about her actions. They declare, “Here I am! Love me!”
Rev 3:16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of My mouth.
God wants that kind of enthusiasm from us as well. He doesn’t want lukewarm Christians. He wants us to be bold in our actions for Him. He wants us to be radical in our love for His people, ALL His people, not just the ones society deems acceptable. Help me, Jesus!
Rev 3:17 You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.
Lord, Thank You for this day and for this scripture. Thank You for the reminder that You do not want us to be lukewarm, which speaks of a lack of commitment. Help us not to rest in the comfort of our lives, our possessions, the trappings of this world. Help us to be on fire for You. Help us to be bold in Your name and to point others to Your fierce love of us all, to Your amazing grace and mercy. Draw us closer. Amen.
Rev 3:20 Here I am! I stand at the door and knock….
Have a blessed day.
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