For whoever has entered God's rest has also rested from his works as God did from his.
Heb 4:10 (ESV)
Years ago I read a story by Robert Boyd Munger, called My Heart—Christ’s Home; a beautiful allegory of our hearts as rooms where Christ lives; the living room, the study, the hall closet, to name a few. I was so inspired by this, that I wrote my own story about another room…the foyer. The room where I leave behind the things of the world and prepare to enter into the home of my heart that I share with Him; the room that leads me to my quiet time with Jesus.
Here’s what I imagine:
As I open the door and step into the foyer of my heart, I know that I’m home. I can still hear the noise of the world outside as I shut the door behind me; birds, cars driving down the street, wind in the Japanese Maple outside the door. But, I know that when I move away from the door those distractions will fade.
Glimpses of the rooms beyond this foyer appear in the corners of my eyes, but not enough of a view to enjoy them yet. I will have to move deeper into the house if I want to experience all that each room has to offer.
While still just inside the door, the skylight above brings in light; a welcoming space for me; a sense of being home. I smell the aroma of dinner in the crockpot and coffee from breakfast; reminders of what I’ve experienced before, and hints of what is to come; the familiar sights, sounds, and feelings of comfort and warmth; The quiet peace of my own space. Anticipation of what’s to come builds as I move further into the house, looking for Jesus. I breathe in all that this home means to me; its my dwelling place with Jesus, my safe refuge, the place I always return to. I’m ready to kick off my shoes, sit down, and share my day with Jesus.
Maybe you can see yourself in this foyer when you step inside to meet with Jesus.
Food for thought:
What are the “noises from the outside” that threaten to distract you right now?
Describe the sights and sounds and sweet aroma of God's presence that you experience as you stand in the foyer of your heart.
How will you find your place of rest in Him today?
Heb 4:10 (ESV)
Years ago I read a story by Robert Boyd Munger, called My Heart—Christ’s Home; a beautiful allegory of our hearts as rooms where Christ lives; the living room, the study, the hall closet, to name a few. I was so inspired by this, that I wrote my own story about another room…the foyer. The room where I leave behind the things of the world and prepare to enter into the home of my heart that I share with Him; the room that leads me to my quiet time with Jesus.
Here’s what I imagine:
As I open the door and step into the foyer of my heart, I know that I’m home. I can still hear the noise of the world outside as I shut the door behind me; birds, cars driving down the street, wind in the Japanese Maple outside the door. But, I know that when I move away from the door those distractions will fade.
Glimpses of the rooms beyond this foyer appear in the corners of my eyes, but not enough of a view to enjoy them yet. I will have to move deeper into the house if I want to experience all that each room has to offer.
While still just inside the door, the skylight above brings in light; a welcoming space for me; a sense of being home. I smell the aroma of dinner in the crockpot and coffee from breakfast; reminders of what I’ve experienced before, and hints of what is to come; the familiar sights, sounds, and feelings of comfort and warmth; The quiet peace of my own space. Anticipation of what’s to come builds as I move further into the house, looking for Jesus. I breathe in all that this home means to me; its my dwelling place with Jesus, my safe refuge, the place I always return to. I’m ready to kick off my shoes, sit down, and share my day with Jesus.
Maybe you can see yourself in this foyer when you step inside to meet with Jesus.
Food for thought:
What are the “noises from the outside” that threaten to distract you right now?
Describe the sights and sounds and sweet aroma of God's presence that you experience as you stand in the foyer of your heart.
How will you find your place of rest in Him today?