Grace and peace, my brothers and sisters. Let us examine ourselves and make a calling and election sure.
Revelation 3:20 seems to be a popular verse used among evangelists nowadays. There is a problem, however, with how most evangelists use it. Let's jump in, shall we?
Let's start off with Scripture.
Most evangelists use this and say that Jesus is knocking at the door of your heart. But does the verse say that? Need I remind you, dear brothers, that by inserting the word "heart" into the text you are guilty of the sin in Revelation 22:18 which says, "I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues which are written in this book."
Revelation 3 is part of this same prophecy.
Now since we know it is dangerous to add words to the prophecy, we can determine if the word "heart" is implied.
Let's look at the context of the verse.
The context is that the church in Laodicea is believing in God, but acting as if there is no God. As a result, God's judgement will come to those who do not repent (Titus 1:16; James 2:19). God, as it appears from the text, would rather them be all out for sin than stuck in between.
Since the context is the church, what logical conclusion must we come in in our interpretation of verse 20? It should be obvious that Christ was knocking on the door of the church. Not their hearts.
We serve a powerful Savior. One who is sovereign. Wouldn't it make more sense for Him to kick down the door had it been the door to our hearts? The Scriptures teach God's absolute sovereignty over all things including regeneration and reprobation.
I am in no way saying that the very Spirit that indwelt Christ does not dwell within you upon salvation. He certainly does. Ezekiel 36 says this:
The very same Spirit that indwelt Jesus now indwells the hearts of the believers. It is obvious from the Scriptures. However, inserting the word heart into Revelation 3:20 causes confusion on the sovereignty of God in salvation. The Scriptures say this on the subject:
So it is now undeniable. The way modern evangelists use Revelation 3:20 is not only unbiblical, but in so doing they are guilty of the sin in Revelation 22:18 and invoke the wrath of the Lord. May God grant them repentance and may God turn away in wrath.
Grace and peace to you my family, in the name of Jesus the Messiah who is blessed forever.
Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE®, Copyright © 1960,1962,1963,1968,1971,1972,1973,1975,1977,1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
Revelation 3:20 seems to be a popular verse used among evangelists nowadays. There is a problem, however, with how most evangelists use it. Let's jump in, shall we?
Let's start off with Scripture.
Revelation 3 said:
Most evangelists use this and say that Jesus is knocking at the door of your heart. But does the verse say that? Need I remind you, dear brothers, that by inserting the word "heart" into the text you are guilty of the sin in Revelation 22:18 which says, "I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues which are written in this book."
Revelation 3 is part of this same prophecy.
Now since we know it is dangerous to add words to the prophecy, we can determine if the word "heart" is implied.
Let's look at the context of the verse.
Revelation 3 said:
The context is that the church in Laodicea is believing in God, but acting as if there is no God. As a result, God's judgement will come to those who do not repent (Titus 1:16; James 2:19). God, as it appears from the text, would rather them be all out for sin than stuck in between.
Since the context is the church, what logical conclusion must we come in in our interpretation of verse 20? It should be obvious that Christ was knocking on the door of the church. Not their hearts.
We serve a powerful Savior. One who is sovereign. Wouldn't it make more sense for Him to kick down the door had it been the door to our hearts? The Scriptures teach God's absolute sovereignty over all things including regeneration and reprobation.
I am in no way saying that the very Spirit that indwelt Christ does not dwell within you upon salvation. He certainly does. Ezekiel 36 says this:
Ezekiel 36 said:
The very same Spirit that indwelt Jesus now indwells the hearts of the believers. It is obvious from the Scriptures. However, inserting the word heart into Revelation 3:20 causes confusion on the sovereignty of God in salvation. The Scriptures say this on the subject:
Monergism.COM said:
So it is now undeniable. The way modern evangelists use Revelation 3:20 is not only unbiblical, but in so doing they are guilty of the sin in Revelation 22:18 and invoke the wrath of the Lord. May God grant them repentance and may God turn away in wrath.
Grace and peace to you my family, in the name of Jesus the Messiah who is blessed forever.
Scripture taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE®, Copyright © 1960,1962,1963,1968,1971,1972,1973,1975,1977,1995 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
