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Christ wants our hearts, not for us to be plaster saints or ever-do-goody relics of dead or lukewarm faith. Christ calls for a renewal of our love. And, we will get no more of Christ than we are willing to cooperate with Grace to prepare our hearts to receive. As we expand our openness to receive God-Love, God pours more of Himself into us, through Christ, and by the agency of the Holy Spirit.
So, today, let us ask ourselves about our First Love. If need, let us confess we need our love rekindled. Let us recall the joy we once had in prayer, Bible Study, and quietness with our Husband. Let us fulfill our vows to give all our being to the One calling for a love true, persevering, and growing in a sacred, godly passion - a desire to have Him fully, serve Him only, and praise Him always. Then, our social holiness will be a mirror of our intimacy with the Head of the House, Christ. Amen.
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*Charitable contributions would be appreciated to assist Brian in continuing his ministry. For contributions, contact Brian at barukhattah@embarqmail.com . Brian is in need of more funding to purchase a desk-top computer.
*Brian's book of spiritual love poetry, An Ache for Union: Oneness with God through Love, can be ordered through major booksellers or the Cokesbury on-line store, cokesbury.com .
*Brian K. Wilcox, a United Methodist Pastor, lives in Southwest Florida. He is a vowed member of Greenbough House of Prayer, a contemplative Christian community in South Georgia. He lives a contemplative life and seeks to inspire others to enjoy a more intimate relationship with Christ. Brian advocates for a spiritually-focused, experiential Christianity and renewal of the Church through addressing the deeper spiritual needs and longings of persons.
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