When God Knocks
Daily Rays of Hope #122
Answering the Call to Intimate Fellowship
Today’s Scripture:
"Here I am. I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me."
— Revelation 3:20 (NIV)
There is something deeply personal and profoundly sacred about being invited to dine with someone. Meals are a time of sharing, connecting, and creating space for conversation and relationship. In Revelation 3:20, we see a powerful image of Jesus standing at the door of our hearts and knocking. He does not barge in or force His way. He invites us into communion. He is ready to come in and sit down with us if we are willing to open the door.
This is not a distant God looking down from heaven with a cold gaze. This is the Savior who longs for intimacy and fellowship. The God who walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day still desires that level of closeness with His children. He knocks because He wants to dwell, to abide, and to be near. It is a fellowship of love, not obligation. It is personal, not performative.
The fellowship Jesus offers is echoed throughout the Word. In Matthew 18:20, Jesus says, “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” This reinforces the power of spiritual connection not just with God alone, but with fellow believers. Community is a vital part of the Christian life. We are called to encourage one another, to pray together, and to bear each other’s burdens.
Hebrews 10:25 exhorts us not to give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but to encourage one another even more as the Day of the Lord approaches. These meetings are more than church services. They are holy gatherings where the presence of God is made manifest, where hearts are healed, and where faith is stirred.
Yet, even in community, there remains a personal responsibility. A one-on-one relationship with Jesus is foundational. No amount of group worship can replace the personal moment when you open your heart and say, “Come in, Lord.” Revelation 3:20 shows us that this relationship is initiated by God, but it is fulfilled by our willingness to respond.
In the next verse, Revelation 3:21, Jesus makes a promise. “To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat down with my Father on his throne.” This shows us that intimacy with God leads to authority and victory. Sitting with Jesus at the table prepares us to reign with Him in glory. Relationship precedes responsibility. Communion precedes commission.
Psalm 27:8 says, “My heart says of you, ‘Seek his face.’ Your face, Lord, I will seek.” This seeking is not a one-time decision but a daily posture. It is the continual opening of the door to Jesus. It is the choosing, every day, to let Him in. It is understanding that He wants our hearts, not our perfection. He wants our presence, not our performance.
Fellowship with Jesus transforms us. It anchors our identity, strengthens our faith, and equips us for every good work. In a world that constantly pulls us in a hundred directions, Jesus is at the door, quietly knocking, waiting to be welcomed in. Will you answer?
Three Practical Ways to Seek the Will of God Daily and Walk Out This Scripture:
Create Daily Space for Communion
Designate a quiet moment each day to sit with God. Open your heart to Him through prayer, worship, or reflection. Let this be a sacred appointment where He can speak and you can listen.Practice Intentional Fellowship
Engage in spiritual community. Whether through a small group, prayer partner, or weekly gathering, surround yourself with people who encourage your faith and help you grow. Remember that where two or three are gathered, He is there also.Respond Promptly to God’s Promptings
When you feel the Spirit leading you to pray, to pause, or to act, obey quickly. Open the door to His knock immediately and without hesitation. These small acts of responsiveness build a life of intimacy and trust.
Jesus is knocking today. Not with a demand, but with an invitation. Will you answer and let Him in? The table is set, and He is ready to meet with you.