God draws near to those whose hearts are fearful, who are sorry for their sin, and who do not know where to turn in their distress. The world itself is too restricted for them, and they lift up their hearts to God alone. God will show himself to them, provide comfort in their sorrow, and point to his Son, who says, “Come to me, all you who are heavily burdened, and I will give you renewed strength. Put on my yoke, for it is easy, and my burden is light” (Matt. 11:28–30). Such a call the Lord extends to us through his servants whom he has chosen from the world to be his witnesses. Those who hear his voice and come to him will never be rejected.

Christ is the root and the vine, and we are grafted into him through faith.