We Are Passing Through
Colossians 3: 2, “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”
Good morning everyone! I pray today is the day that you believe that good things come to those who wait! May you welcome this day with open eyes seeing the positive aspects in every moment you are given. I hope that everyone realizes that every moment here is not wasted and that when this world ends it will only be an awesome beginning to an eternity of joy. Rev. Billy Graham spoke frequently on how Christians are merely “passing through” and that their true citizenship is in heaven. Every minister, preacher, evangelist and pastor know that God gave us this world as a beginning and that the ending is far better than this! C.S. Lewis believed and argued that this world is not our final home, that innate human longings for joy or satisfaction would not be found on earth, but points to an existence in another world, heaven. In retrospect, born-again believers should not focus on temporary things of this earth but on the eternal, to the promise of heaven that awaits us. Even through challenges or trials, we must place our focus on what the ultimate gift will be, the permanent residence we will be given once Christ returns. As a true believer, when we place our faith in Jesus Christ, we are promised the hope of heaven and every day should be us preparing to get to that home. Everything that we endure while here on earth only serves as essential paths, not true destinations; they produce strengthened faith, provide purpose, build a lasting relationship with God. If we look positively at every moment as a next step to achieving the ultimate goal of residing in heaven with God, we will work diligently to be Christ-like in our daily lives. Every step we take will build spiritual growth and victory over the devil. Live life with God’s guidance and begin living it as if you are only a visitor, a journey you are passing through, looking for the ultimate destination in heaven!
Scriptures:
Read: Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 13:14, Philippians 3:20, II Corinthians 5:7-10, Colossians 3:1-2, John 17:14-17, I John 2:14-17, Hebrews 11:14-16, John 15:19, I John 5:18-20, John 18:36, Romans 12:1-2
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we come now accepting that this world is not our home, that our true destination is with you in heaven. Father, thank you, for every opportunity you have given each of us to be a part of that final destination. Thank you, Father, for your forgiveness, for salvation, for your unconditional love, mercy and grace. Help us Father, to keep looking toward you and our home in heaven. Amen.