Don't Neglect Your Relationship

Good morning! Today I want to talk with you about your depth of intimacy in your relationship with Christ.

Every Sunday morning our churches are full of people who are devoted to their religious activity. Every time the doors of the church are open, you can count on them to be there. But in the midst of all of the religious hustle and bustle they have lost sight of their relationship with Christ.

God desires intimate fellowship with each of us. Our service and religious activities are meaningless if we neglect our relationship with Jesus. Look at Jesus’ words to the church at Laodecia:

Revelation 3:20 (NLT)
"Look! Here I stand at the door and knock. If you hear me calling and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal as friends.

In today’s world it is easy for us to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of career, finances and activities. It is during these hectic times that it is easy for us to lose site of Christ’s presence in our midst. We miss a few days of intimate fellowship with Christ and before you know it, those few days have become a few weeks.

Today I challenge you to examine your level of intimacy with Jesus. Is He standing at the door of your life patiently knocking? If it’s been a while since you’ve sat down to spend some time in His presence, I challenge you to set 30 minutes aside today and get alone with Him. Enjoy a meal together or take a walk...I guarantee you’ll be glad you did.

Until next Monday, may God’s richest blessings be yours this week.

Carl