1 Peter 1:3-5
Blessed be the
God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant mercy
has begotten us again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ
from the dead, 4 to an inheritance incorruptible
and undefiled and that does not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, 5 who are kept by the power
of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
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I remember at a church I once attended, most of
the songs we sang were about the
"sweet by and by." The songs
written at in the 1800's and seemed to reflect primarily on the hardships of
life and the glory of the afterlife in heaven.
I enjoyed singing those songs- and still do- but find myself preferring
songs about walking with the Lord here and now, on Planet Earth. I enjoy songs about His current blessings in my
life, His strength, His provision, and His peace.
But recently as times have become more difficult
and the political climate more frightening, I find myself, like the believers
of old, looking more and more beyond what is here to what shall be in heaven. Today's verses encapsulate a little bit of both
viewpoints- a living hope and a
future in heaven. I think that a Christian
is well served to keep the balance in their mindset and life. We walk with Jesus today and can enjoy the
abundance of His Spirit as we do the work He has left for us to do. Simultaneously, we can look forward to a
glorious inheritance in heaven where there will be no more to overcome. We will enjoy His presence, peace and joy forevermore! What a beautiful
plan the Father has prepared for those who love Him and who are eager for His
return.
Dear
Lord, help me to see the world as You do.
Help me to live in expectation of Your return and my deliverance. Also, Lord, help me to live today to the
fullest I can as I walk in Your Spirit.
In Jesus' Name. Amen.
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