Revelation 3:15-22

Revelation 3:15-22
English Standard Version (ESV)

  I've been to a few concerts that are general admission, and I'm always amazed by the people that get there early to reserve a seat near the front.  They give up significant amounts of extra time, all to squeeze forward uncomfortably for the experience of being closer to the band.  I find space in the back, hearing the same music, but having a very different experience.  Mine is probably much more comfortable, but more subdued as well.  At least I'm in the concert, right?
  It's pretty easy for most of us to hang back, finding a comfortable spot and waiting for what we consider to be the perfect moment.  The problem is that those perfect moments to engage are often only clear in hindsight.  It requires a risk in the moment, and it can be uncomfortable.  It's much easier to get lulled into the idea that we are in need of nothing, not realizing how much we are missing by preferring our comfort over fully engaging with the Gospel.
  Christ comes to us.  The amazing truth of the Gospel is that the Savior comes to us, knocking on the door and seeking a path into our lives.  We don't have to figure it all out -- we have to accept the gift that comes to us, but the next step isn't to sit back and wait to figure it all out.  We are then charged to go forth with passion, with energy, and let the Gospel transform us.  We must recognize our total need for grace and let our gratitude for God's love and mercy guide every word and action.