Tuesday May 3, 2011
Today's Passage: Revelations 21:1-22:21
Memory Verse: John 14:2
Ever watch 'House Hunters' on HGTV? Yas and I love that show. If you've never seen it, it follows everyday people as they walk through the process of buying a home. I know, I know. It's not exactly the show of the week, but it's good for those who are interested in buying a home one day. House Hunters (in a way) gives Yas and I something to look forward to. You see, we are believing God for a new home. I like to take her to the model homes and listen to her response. "I can't wait" she often says. She's so funny. Anyway, there's nothing wrong with a little house hunting right? Afterall, the place we're in now is not our home.
Jesus said there are many mansions in His Father's house. He also said He's going to prepare that place for us. If we believe what He said, why are we "dropping anchor" here? Why are we investing everything we have and everything we are into this life? Our reading today gives us a glimpse into what God calls a new Heaven and a new Earth. "New"! What a glorious idea. That means God is re-creating everything. Not only that, He's "sin-proofing" the whole thing. No pain, no anger, no abuse, no addiction, no sickness, or anything like that will exist there. So, are you ready? You have to understand that Earth, the way it exists now, is not your home. It's a rental. In the new kingdom, everything will be yours.
I like the thought of God renewing everything. This world is so full or hurt and pain, it's hard to find a good place to settle down or raise kids. People have become so cold and segregated. The word neighbor has become more of an ideal than what it's meant to be. That won't be the case in God's new Jerusalem. Everyone's going to be living, loving, laughing and praising. The exciting thing is God Himself is going to move in. Yes! He'll be living among us. So you'd better keep your house in order (no pun intended). He'll be doing what He intended to do since Eden: walk among His people. He wants us to be in His presence. It's so important to Him He's willing to re-create everything to make it happen. All you have to do is make sure you're there to move in. Don't get caught investing in the world. It's never a good idea to invest in temporal things. I mean, you have to "live" here until He comes back, but don't get emotionally attached. Don't allow earthly things (or the lack thereof) to define you or become your treasure. God's word says to store your treasures in Heaven. He wants us to keep our eyes on things eternal. He'll take care of the rest. With that being said, anyone for some house hunting?
Prayer: Thank You Jesus for preparing that special place for us. The thought of living with You is exciting. As You prepare that place for us, we'll prepare our hearts for You. We'll be ready for what You have for us, in Jesus' name. Amen
Today's Passage: Revelations 21:1-22:21
Memory Verse: John 14:2
Ever watch 'House Hunters' on HGTV? Yas and I love that show. If you've never seen it, it follows everyday people as they walk through the process of buying a home. I know, I know. It's not exactly the show of the week, but it's good for those who are interested in buying a home one day. House Hunters (in a way) gives Yas and I something to look forward to. You see, we are believing God for a new home. I like to take her to the model homes and listen to her response. "I can't wait" she often says. She's so funny. Anyway, there's nothing wrong with a little house hunting right? Afterall, the place we're in now is not our home.
Jesus said there are many mansions in His Father's house. He also said He's going to prepare that place for us. If we believe what He said, why are we "dropping anchor" here? Why are we investing everything we have and everything we are into this life? Our reading today gives us a glimpse into what God calls a new Heaven and a new Earth. "New"! What a glorious idea. That means God is re-creating everything. Not only that, He's "sin-proofing" the whole thing. No pain, no anger, no abuse, no addiction, no sickness, or anything like that will exist there. So, are you ready? You have to understand that Earth, the way it exists now, is not your home. It's a rental. In the new kingdom, everything will be yours.
I like the thought of God renewing everything. This world is so full or hurt and pain, it's hard to find a good place to settle down or raise kids. People have become so cold and segregated. The word neighbor has become more of an ideal than what it's meant to be. That won't be the case in God's new Jerusalem. Everyone's going to be living, loving, laughing and praising. The exciting thing is God Himself is going to move in. Yes! He'll be living among us. So you'd better keep your house in order (no pun intended). He'll be doing what He intended to do since Eden: walk among His people. He wants us to be in His presence. It's so important to Him He's willing to re-create everything to make it happen. All you have to do is make sure you're there to move in. Don't get caught investing in the world. It's never a good idea to invest in temporal things. I mean, you have to "live" here until He comes back, but don't get emotionally attached. Don't allow earthly things (or the lack thereof) to define you or become your treasure. God's word says to store your treasures in Heaven. He wants us to keep our eyes on things eternal. He'll take care of the rest. With that being said, anyone for some house hunting?
Prayer: Thank You Jesus for preparing that special place for us. The thought of living with You is exciting. As You prepare that place for us, we'll prepare our hearts for You. We'll be ready for what You have for us, in Jesus' name. Amen
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