Jesus emphasizes that eternal life is to know God and Jesus Christ, not merely through intellectual understanding, but through a deep, intimate relationship akin to that of a husband and wife. Our destiny is to be the Bride of Christ, and He desires a Bride who shows enthusiasm to build this bond before the union. Christ warns against neglecting this relationship, as seen in His rejection of the foolish virgins with the words, I do not know you, and His rebuke to the lukewarm Laodiceans, promising to cast them out for their indifference. He seeks a connection that He knows will endure for eternity, viewing any lack of effort to open the door to Him as a serious warning sign. Building such intimacy with God and Christ requires prayer, a vital means to draw closer to Them. Through much prayer, we can shift our focus from material concerns to spiritual closeness, fostering a relationship through ongoing conversation with God. We are encouraged to approach the throne of grace boldly, seeking mercy, guidance, wisdom, healing, and provision for our true needs, claiming the promises God offers. The passion of David, who sought God early with a thirsting soul and was called a man after God's own heart, exemplifies the enthusiasm God desires in this relationship. Similarly, Daniel prioritized his connection with God through prayer, valuing it above even the threat of lions, demonstrating that communion with the Lion of Judah was a life-and-death matter to him. God and Christ long for us to know Them intimately and personally, providing prayer as the way to achieve this eternal bond, urging us to make ourselves ready for the Bridegroom's coming.