“In the early morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house, and went away to a secluded place, and was praying there. Simon and his companions searched for Him; they found Him, and said to Him, “Everyone is looking for You” (Mark 1:35-37).
Is everyone looking for Jesus, or just wanting Him to be where they expect Him to be? We have our own ideas of who Jesus is and do not see Him as He is. He is in communion with the Father. He invites us into that communion. Many would rather take Jesus out of that communion and have Him join with them. He came to save us; we did not come to invite Him to where we are.
Lord, You have called me to You. I did not discover You and invite You to me. You are the One who must be in control, for I will make a mess of things if I pretend that I am in control. You are in a relationship of Trinity, bring me to You and help me to not expect You to come to me and compromise the eternal relationship — not that You would, but my sinful expectations get in the way.
Lord Jesus, teach me to pray and commune as You communed. Lead me to be always mindful of where my heart is and curb my expectations. Be the One who is leading and take from me those desires which would even slightly take the lead. You are the One who must save me, so save me as You know I need saving. Help me to keep my eyes always upon You. Amen.
