January 27

True Life

Open your hearts…. 2 Corinthians 6:13b (NLT)


My wife often reminds me, “Talk to me!” … and now I read this.

I hate to admit it, but it’s true. I miss out on meaningful conversations. Like when I leave the room because I am being challenged and don't want to even think about changing my ways. Or when I see an opportunity to say hello or talk to someone—and don't. Or when an intimate conversation develops, but I cut it short to watch my favorite TV show. I mean opening up is a chore, isn’t it? But, on the other hand, I know I need to share what’s going on inside. Does anybody else feel this way?

As I mull this over, I think God wants two things from us. Number one, He wants our hearts, and number two, He wants us to share our hearts with others. You see, true fellowship, true prayer and true witnessing come when we share our hearts.

Active, healthy Body life happens when we share our lives just as He shared His. This is what Paul encouraged the Corinthians to do when he said, “We have spoken honestly with you.… Open your hearts to us!” Paul knew, as we get real with God and real with each other, real life follows. God calls us to this life. It is a life of openness. It is a life of sharing.

Do you hear God’s call? To whom will you open up? Ask Him for an opportunity to share your heart … and see what happens!

Lord, open my heart. Help me to speak the truth in love. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.