Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be one of the "beautiful people"? Fans swarming the stage. People asking for your autograph. The satisfaction of accolades and trophies. The rush of knowing that others imitate the way you walk, dress, and speak. What a life that would be!
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But perhaps that lifestyle isn't quite as glamorous, as we might think. Consider what it would be like to have photographers hound your every step, hoping to catch you in less-than-beautiful activities. Think about the hassle of having to wear a disguise at the ballpark or your favorite restaurant.
Being one of the "beautiful people" comes at a price. Many celebrities hire bodyguards to keep the adoring public at arm's length. Most live behind secure gates in homes protected by surveillance cameras. Being beautiful means being very careful about associating with others.
In contrast, out beautiful Savior welcomes us into His presence- always! Jesus doesn't hole up inside a secure compound or wall himself off behind impenetrable security. No, he enfolds us in His grace, inviting us to come close and to stay close, forever!
As Jesus lived here of earth, He made Himself accessible to all who came to hear the message of God's unending love for them. He healed the sick. He touched the lepers. His inexhaustible mercy made Him beautiful beyond words in their eyes.
Still today, Jesus is present with us, accessible at any and every moment. We can call out to Him with any need, any concern. He gladly invites us to spend time with Him, to share our lives with Him. He longs for us to stay near, to nestle close to His heart secure in His love.
What's more, the more time we spend with Him, thinking about His acceptance, pouring over the promises in His Word, reflecting on His compassion, the more like Him we become. We are transformed- changed- into His very image, with ever-increasing glory.
~taken from Reflecting the Beauty of the Lord, 25 devotions for women
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