What if...

Let’s play, “What if…”

What if there came a knock at your door one day and you opened it and found Jesus standing there? Would you invite him in? Would you wonder what magazine was lying on the table or what TV show was playing?

What if you invited Jesus into your home? He entered in and sat on your couch. As his eyes drifted over the interior, what would you be thinking? He is noticing how dirty my walls are. He is looking at those dust bunnies in the corner. I know I am not a very good house keeper. Would you begin to feel like a failure? Would you consider that you are not good enough to have Jesus in your house?

What if Jesus looked deeply into your eyes? You sense his piercing gaze travel straight to your heart. He knows your every thought, every desire, every failing, every act and every word. Would you cringe and try to hide your remorse?

Yet, what if Jesus said, “Yes, my child, I know what TV show was playing. I know your struggles with your thought life. I understand your anger at being rejected. I recognize that you want to be more handsome, more athletic and wealthier. I came to tell you that I love you. You are very special to me.”

What if Jesus walked across the room to where you sat, placed his hands on your head and hugged you to himself? In the depths of your heart, all the pain, the loss, the emptiness and struggle suddenly broke free. The tears flowed down your cheeks. You discover the freeing nearness of the gracious Lover of us all. You might just realize that he was not criticizing you. He just wanted to be near you and care for you.

What if you decided that Jesus really does love you like this, that he longs to be close to you and walk with you through the mountains and valleys of life? You would then change the channel on the TV. You could live out the truth that sets you free. You would be gracious to those who have injured you. You begin to enjoy the gift of each day. You celebrate the life that you are blessed with. You enjoy the journey Jesus has you on. Life becomes a wonderful adventure.

And what if ….Wait a minute….Is that a knock I hear at your door?