THANKFUL

Chatting with Jesus

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Lord, what kind of people were you looking for when you walked among us? Your messages of loving one another and showing compassion attracted throngs of people. They saw a common connection. Regular folks liked you. But were you searching for the most religious person, those who could quote Scripture off the top of their head? Did you select those with perfect synagogue attendance? Or those who flawlessly kept the religious rules?

I must ask the same question, Lord. What kind of folks are you searching for today? Who is responding to your call to follow you, to become a Christ follower? You aren’t looking for the most religious, the best educated, the most prosperous, outgoing, charismatic people. You aren’t looking for the prideful who brag of their credentials, whose award placards hang on every wall. By man’s standards they may have powerful influence that makes or breaks deals. Shamefully, politicians will twist a Scripture’s meaning to make it fit their narrative.

So, Jesus, what kind of people are you looking for? Obviously, none of the above qualify. Instead, you are looking for the right people. You desire those who are ready to follow you.  You are looking for those who see themselves as sinful and in need redemption that only you provide. You are looking for those with humility, who don’t think themselves better than they are. You are looking for folks who are teachable, eager to learn from you and grow in the knowledge of who you are. You are looking for people willing to allow your love and compassion to flow through them so they can change their world for your kingdom.

Lord, may I always be one of those you are seeking. Amen, Jesus.