A Dance with Jesus

Some years ago, I found myself at a retreat—single, quietly nursing the wounds of past relationships that had left me feeling deeply unworthy. I didn’t realize how much of that pain I was still carrying until the Lord met me in the most unexpected and tender way.

During a praise and worship session, the music was simple, repetitive, and deeply moving. It was just voices rising in unity, drawing us deeper into the presence of God. And in one of those songs, something extraordinary happened.
With my eyes closed, I felt the Lord gently hold my face. I heard Him whisper, “I love you. Will you let Me lead you?” It wasn't a command or a demand- just a gentle invitation. I said "yes. Yes, Jesus." And in that moment, I felt Him take my hand and lead me in a dance. I’ve never danced a waltz in my life, but somehow, I was dancing—with Jesus leading every step.

As we danced, I felt something shift inside me. I hadn’t realized my heart was still broken, still carrying the weight of past wounds. Wounds that told me I wasn’t enough. But in that dance, Jesus showed me I was enough. Enough for Him to want to dance with me and for Him to love me.

And then, in my heart’s eye, I saw Jesus dancing with others in the room. Not the whole crowd, but a few individuals. It was a glimpse of His omnipresence—His ability to love each of us as if we were the only one in the room.

After the session, we were invited to share any impressions. I raised my hand and shared what I saw: Jesus dancing with individuals, showing them His exclusive love. And then something remarkable happened. One woman came to me and said she felt Jesus dancing with her. Another said she felt Him touch her face. I had seen both of them in my vision—but I hadn’t told anyone. Their confirmation was a gentle affirmation from the Holy Spirit, teaching me how to discern His voice and trust the images He places in my heart.

That one hour—was more healing than I could have imagined. It was romantic in the purest, most sacred sense. Jesus showed me that the love I had been searching for in relationships could only be found in Him. And from that moment, my prayer for a life partner changed. I stopped praying for someone to love me with all his heart. I began praying for someone who would love God with all his heart—more than he loved me.

And that’s what I found in my husband, Dan. A man who goes to church more than anyone I know. A man whose love for God is evident and unwavering. God continues to confirm that Dan is the one He chose for me.

So today, I share this story as a gentle reminder: God wants an appointment with you. He wants you to know that His love is personal, healing, and unchanging. If you’re ever in doubt, ask Him again. He will confirm it. Again and again.
His love is the same yesterday, today, and forever. It is we who change—but He never does.

Have you experienced a deeply intimate moment with God?

By Theresa Perera