“Love is patient to explain the truth thoroughly.”
Thoughts from daily Bible reading for today – April 24, 2024
Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us? Luke 24:32
As the two disciples walked with Jesus, their hearts were confused by the grief of losing their leader. They mourned because their hope of a political savior had been killed on the cross. They misunderstood that Jesus Christ, the Messiah, did not come to overthrow the government but instead to reign as King over their lives. Jesus and His post-resurrection body were unrecognizable to the disciples. And spiritually, their eyes were still not open to seeing the real Jesus, their resurrected Lord and Savior.
As Jesus walked and talked with His disciples, He explained the true intent of His prophecies, which were forgiveness of sin and salvation to all believers. Through the power of His presence and the clarity of His teaching, the risen Jesus became real. Their hearts began to burn with conviction as they walked and talked, and God, through His grace and truth, revealed Jesus Christ as their resurrected Lord and Savior. Love is patient to explain the truth thoroughly. Once the truth of Jesus’ plan and purpose for you become personal your heart comes alive for God.
With a burning heart for God in the journey of faith, there comes a moment when our hearts are ignited by the fervent desire to know and serve God intimately. This burning passion, like a flame within us, drives us to pursue Him relentlessly, seeking His presence and experiencing His love in profound ways. When we encounter the Lord in a personal way, whether through prayer, worship, or studying His Word, our hearts can’t help but burn with passion for Him. It’s in those moments of divine connection that we realize how desperately we need Him and how fulfilling life is when we live in His presence. A burning heart for God is marked by a deep hunger for His Word, a fervent desire for prayer, and an unquenchable thirst for righteousness. It’s a heart that longs to worship Him in spirit and truth, surrendering all to His will and His ways.
Yet, maintaining a burning heart for God requires intentionality. We must continually fan the flames through regular communion with Him, guarding against complacency and distractions that seek to dampen our zeal. We must also surround ourselves with fellow believers who share our passion for God, encouraging and challenging one another to press deeper into His presence. Ultimately, a burning heart for God is not just a fleeting emotion but a steadfast commitment to love and serve Him wholeheartedly. It’s a journey of transformation where our hearts become aligned with His, and His desires become our own. Jesus yearns for us to know Him truly.
Are you following a political Jesus or a spiritual Jesus? A king you want to overthrow the government or a King to reign over your life? As you walk and talk with Jesus, ask Him to clarify who He is to you and what He has for you. Resist the story about a powerless Jesus that feeds your fears or, on the other extreme, puffs up your pride to seek power. Invite the Holy Spirit to burn in your heart with the conviction of God’s truth to humbly and joyfully obey Jesus. Let go of control and go to the Lord. Cultivate a burning heart for God, allowing His love to consume you completely and radiate brightly for all to see. Be filled with the Spirit to light your life in love to burn bright for Jesus, drawing others into the warmth of His divine comfort.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, set my heart on fire with your love, grace, and truth through Christ’s love. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Application
Who is the Lord leading me to walk with in our journey with Jesus?
Related Reading
Psalm 39:3; Song of Songs 8:6; Mark 12:33
Worship Resource
Genavieve Linkowski: Even (I’ll Still Praise)
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