Wade E Taylor
The level of the Lord’s activity within our spiritual life experience is determined by our integrity, yieldedness, and sincerity toward Him. The Lord looks deep within us to see if there is an indication of a desire to go beyond our present level of spiritual attainment, and especially a seeking to personally know Him. When we become, in any measure, interested in Jesus, He will notice and respond.
“I love them that love Me; and those that seek Me early shall find Me… that I may cause those that love Me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures.” Proverbs 8:17, 21
When a young man becomes infatuated with a particular young lady and she notices his interest, she soon becomes singularly interested in him. This is similar to the approbation, or the favor of God resting upon one’s life. Our desire toward the Lord moves His heart toward us – especially when we express it to Him.
It can be said that the Lord chooses a person who has chosen Him. The Lord knows our heart’s desire and intentions, and He responds accordingly.
“For many are called, but few are chosen.” Matthew 22:14