We Want To See Jesus

Last night at the General Council of the Christian and Missionary Alliance, the speaker was Charles Galbreath. He is the pastor at Alliance Tabernacle in Brooklyn, NY.

He spoke from John 12:21. In this passage some people come to Jesus' disciples with a request. They said, "We want to see Jesus".

Here are my thoughts as I reflect on the message.

I believe there’s a deep longing in the heart of every believer to experience the presence of Jesus in a way that satisfies our soul beyond what the world can offer. This desire is not just about a future hope of heaven; it’s a present need to see Him in our daily lives. 

We often find ourselves distracted by the noise of life, consumed by responsibilities, relationships, and routines that can dull our spiritual hunger. Yet within us is a deep desire to experience the presence of Jesus. When we fix our eyes on Him, we are changed. 

Many of us struggle with spiritual dryness, wondering where Jesus is in the midst of hardship or silence. But the promise of Scripture is clear—those who seek Him will find Him. 

Scripture:
Jeremiah 29:13 -  You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart.

Application:
Set aside time today to pray without asking for anything. Simply focus your heart on Jesus, expressing your desire to know and see Him more clearly. Reflect on what areas of life are clouding your vision of Christ.

Prayer:
Jesus, I want to see You—not just with my eyes, but with my heart. Help me to recognize You in the everyday moments, to hunger for Your presence more than anything else. Clear away the distractions that pull me away from You. Let this be the start of a deeper, more personal walk with You. Amen.