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What does the Lord desire of us? In his booklet, “My Heart, Christ’s Home”, Robert Munger compares the human spiritual heart to a house with many rooms. The room that always interests me most is the living room. In this room the Lord would meet daily with the resident discussing what matters most, the Bible and life. In the beginning the resident was present daily greatly enjoying being with the Lord. However over time, life started interfering with this time.

One day the resident walked by the room and saw the Lord just sitting there alone. Embarrassed, the resident approached Jesus asking Him how long He had been there. “Everyday,” the Lord answered, “waiting for you.” Jesus goes on and replies, “The trouble is that you have been thinking of the quiet time, of Bible study and prayer, as a means for your own spiritual growth. This is true, but you have forgotten that this time means something to me also. Remember, I love you. At a great cost I have redeemed you. I value your fellowship. Just to have you look up into my face warms my heart. Don’t neglect this hour, if only for my sake. Whether or not you want to be with me, remember I want to be with you. I really love you!” What does Jesus want? Your love.

Munger, Robert Boyd. My Heart — Christ’s Home (IVP Booklets) (pp. 12-13). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

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