Fiery Gaze

The sounds of glory surround me as I raise my hands and close my eyes in pure adoration. Soon the world fades away, and I find myself eagerly bowing my heart to the most wonderful Man I have ever encountered. Though I do not see Him in the natural, I can feel His presence as if He were touching me on the shoulder. As I set my mind on the mysteries of Heaven, my heart is captured with just one glance of His passionate, fiery gaze. At the sight of His Holiness, fear should conquer my weak frame, but instead, I am overcome with the aroma of His faithfulness. I stand undone by the beauty of this Man who is before me. The longer my gaze lingers, the more captivated I become. Revelation seamlessly exudes from His being, by which the longings of my heart are found satisfied, and righteous desire arise from the embers of my weary spirit. My breath catches in my chest as I search for the words to express my love; yet no word could suffice the honor that is due His Name. Speechless and empty handed, I kneel before Him in reverence. Tears of gratitude and devotion flow down my cheeks pouring freely onto His scarred feet. My emotions are miles ahead of my understanding when the tender whisper of 'I love You' leaps from my lips into His heart. His eyes fill with tears at the sound of my voice, and a smile dances across His beautiful face in response to my offered worship. He gently wipes away my tears, and pulls me to my feet. Suddenly, I am caught in His gaze, where time has no power. Lost in His boundless love, I exhale a sigh of relief. At last, I have found all that I have ever desired...