Friday Faith Check-up: Our True Home Is With God

"My home is in Heaven. I'm just traveling through this world."  - Billy Graham

Structures provide us with shelter and safety. Early man lived in caves, dens, or other natural digs prior to living inside man-made dwellings that varied according to the climate and environment. We discovered early on that in order to preserve life some type of refuge was necessary.

Our residences today are also our sanctuaries that keep us protected from the outside elements and other dangers that might harm us. As with our ancestors, they are more than just walls and a roof over our heads; they are safe havens for family and daily life. In simple terms, they are our homes.

This concept of having a home, or place to live, can be applied to those who trust and believe in Christ's promise of eternal life. The home that I am implying to is unlike any that we are familiar with. It is not composed of any material that we might find around the world, nor is it built by human hands.

The "home" that I am referring to is not found here but is in heaven. We can be confident of its existence because the Bible tells us that the throne of God may be found there (Isaiah 66:1; Acts 7:48-49; Matthew 5:34-35). This was again confirmed after Jesus' resurrection and earthly appearance to His disciples (Mark 16:19;Acts 7:55-56).

When we look for housing whether it is a house, apartment, mobile home, etc., one of our concerns might be the living space. "Is there enough room?" This will never be the case in heaven. Jesus tells us that there are many rooms in His Father's house. In addition to that, He has gone on before us to to make ready for us there (John 14:2).

As you can see, Jesus has already taken care of all the details for us in heaven. We can, without any doubt whatsoever, believe in an eternal home in heaven because Jesus has promised us one. Heaven is absolutely real and does exist. Thus, how does one secure a home in heaven? What is required from us?

We cannot simply enter heaven and take up residence with God. It's not quite that easy. As you probably know we are not the most ideal, prospective residents. Why? Because of something we all are guilty of: SIN.

Our sin obstructs our way to heaven. And since heaven is where God resides it is holy and perfect. Sin is neither allowed or tolerated there. Which could be problematic for you and I. Thankfully, God in His mercy and grace gave us the key to unlock the gates of heaven; that is, His Son, Jesus Christ (John 14:6).And any who believe in Him and ask forgiveness for their sins will find an open pathway into heaven (Hebrews 10:19-22).

We live only briefly in this fragile and compromised "earthly tent;" our bodies. But, those who believe in Jesus Christ and His promise of an eternal home in heaven can look ahead with great anticipation to dwell in the heavenly home with God, Our Father, forever (2 Corinthians 5:1).

Scripture: Revelation 21:4; 1 Corinthians 2:9; Luke 23:43; 2 Peter 3:13; Hebrews 13:14

Prayer: Dear God, to You I give thanks and praise for Your guidance; help me live righteously and to deny sin in my daily life. I humbly ask for forgiveness and pray that I may be as a pleasant aroma to You. Amen

Have a safe and blessed weekend!

Kaye