Thou preparest a table
before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my
cup runneth over (Psalm 23:5).
Jesus wants to do exceeding and abundantly above
all that we can think or ask (Ephesians 3:20), but we tie His hands. Religion
has taught us not to expect anything else from Jesus beyond His love – this
sentiment also implies that we do not understand Jesus’ love for us. It says
that Jesus’ love is lacking, insufficient, and void, which is contrary to what the
Bible says about the love of the Father (Ephesians 1:13-19). Jesus came so that
we might have life and life more abundantly (John 10:10). More abundantly in Greek means excessive, preeminence, or beyond
measure. Jesus has prepared a feast of heavenly blessings and natural blessings
during our time on earth. However, religion has taught us that if we are
suffering, broke down, and destitute (there’s a difference between being poor
and poor in spirit), we are closer to God. This belief is also contrary to the
Bible (Exodus 23:3, Leviticus 19:15, & Psalm 37:25).
Although there will be tribulations in life,
Jesus came that we might have peace in Him. That’s why He instructs us to be of
good cheer because He has overcome the world (John 16:33). In Jesus, there is
no perpetual suffering. Jesus Himself did not suffer perpetually.
If you have ever said these words, “Jesus, I do
not ask for much. I don’t need a big house, fancy car, or luxury; I just want
your love. You are all I need,” repent immediately. Because what you are
telling Jesus is, “Jesus, I do not want my life to glorify you. I do not want
to lift you up so that all men can be drawn unto you.” This expression is not a
form of humility but selfishness. You have become self-absorbed with what you
want for your life and not what Jesus wants for you. Jesus bought us with a
price (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Therefore, our hearts should be open to allow
Jesus to bless us any way He sees fit so that others will be drawn unto Him (John
12:32). Otherwise, why do we continue to exist if we refuse God’s love for us
and refuse to allow Him to use our lives to glorify Him?
Moving forward, let’s take on the posture of
Mary when the angels told her that the Holy Spirit would impregnate her with
our Savior and Lord. Her words were, “Be it unto me according to thy word.”
(Luke 1:38). So come to God’s table expecting to feast on the blessings that He
has prepared for us so that He will get all the glory and draw others to Him.
XOXO,
Jay
