Day 20

Today, I invite you to pray what is perhaps the simplest, most heartfelt prayer of all: “Jesus, I need You.”

The word “need” encompasses so much. Think of a child calling out to their parents: “Mom, I need you! Dad, I need you!” They might need comfort after a bad dream, or help reaching a toy on the top shelf, or a bandage after falling down and scraping their elbow. In the same way, we can approach God for all our needs. He is our Heavenly Father, and He is always close to us, ready to help us.

Before we explore some of the ways God meets our needs, let’s start with the most important need of all: Jesus Himself. In John 15:5, Jesus declares, “I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in Me and I in them will produce much fruit. Apart from Me, you can do nothing.” Jesus was reminding His disciples of their absolute reliance on God. When you pray, “Jesus, I need You,” you are reminding yourself of the same truth, and you are opening your heart and your consciousness to His Presence.

The word “remain” emphasizes the importance of a close, enduring, and intimate relationship with Jesus. Being with Jesus isn’t a one-time decision when you accept Salvation. It’s not a label, or a ritual, or a religion. It’s a relationship. It’s walking with Him on a continual basis, growing closer to Him, understanding Him better, and seeing yourself through His Eyes.

Jesus said that apart from Him, you can do nothing. This points us to the fact that your most basic need is for God Himself. He is everything you will ever need, and everything you need is found in Him. Your need for Him and your need for His help are interconnected.

You need Jesus in your life. Not just to help with the challenges you face, but to be present, to love you, to walk with you, to carry you, and to simply be with you. You were created to be with Jesus, 24/7, 365 days a year, everywhere you go and in everything you do.

This morning, invite Jesus into your day, into your thoughts, and into your feelings. Whisper, “I need You” to Him, and allow His Presence to become your focus and your place of security.

Questions for Reflection

1. What words would you use to describe your relationship with Jesus?
2. How would you like your connection to Jesus to grow and change in the future?
3. What practical steps could you take to deepen your relationship with and reliance on Jesus, ensuring that you “remain” in Him?