Open the Eyes of my Heart

SCRIPTURE
Ephesians 1:18-20 "I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope of which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparable great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of his mighty strength, which he exerted in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, . . . "


OBSERVATION
Here, Paul is encouraging the church to be fully aware and appreciative of what they have as Christians. The eyes of the heart means a deeper understanding and awareness. He's telling the church at Ephesus (and us) that the inheritance we receive from God is rich and comes from the great and mighty power of God. This power is so great that it defied the laws of nature in the raising of christ from the dead.

How often do we take our salvation and Christian hope and inheritance for granted? For instance, how blessed are we to know that we have so much more ahead of us than simply this life on earth? Not only in time, but also in the inconceivable glory and magnitude of an eternal life in heaven with an awesome and loving Father and Son. How much do we underestimate the power of that Father? How much do we take for granted our ability, right and honor to approach that Father in prayer with our troubles and our hearts desires and our praise?


APPLICATION
I need to dwell on these thoughts on a regular basis. Being a follower of the living God and His son Jesus is an honor not to be taken lightly. The God I serve is all powerful and loves me dearly and is always there for me. I am a small part of His glorious plan for mankind and should stand proudly as His representative to others.

PRAYER
Father, thank you! This passage has opened the eyes of my heart to the amazing love, grace and power you have bestowed upon me, my family and my loved ones! I am honored to serve and praise you.