In the crush of grief, Jesus asks us, really dares us, to look more closely at Him and to hold out for His forthcoming reality. As believers, our existence will not end in death. Our loved ones fall asleep and when that sleep comes we’ll be tempted to forget about the promise yet to come. That is why it is imperative that we pull close to our Savior and trust His report over our own crashing emotions.
Tag: eternity
“He who was seated on the throne said “I am making all things new! And then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”” (Revelation 21:5 NIV) My husband delivered the remarks in yesterday’s service, and this scripture in Revelation was…
A believer’s assurance about the afterlife in the face of death is their last witness on earth.
“When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed. Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The Lord has done great things for them.” The Lord has done…
“Instead, I devoted myself to the work on this wall.” (Nehemiah 5:16 NIV) I’m home from my journey and I’ve gotten a good night’s rest. But Dr. Beth Grant’s words still swim in my head. “Stay on the wall.” she said. Beth had led our…
“In a little while you won’t see Me anymore. But a little while after that, you will see Me again.” (John 16:16 NLT) What is a ‘little while’? It’s a question worth asking. When we consider a little while within the scope of eternity, we…
“I tell you, use worldly wealth to gain friends for yourselves, so that when it is gone, you will be welcomed into eternal dwellings.” (Luke 16:9 NIV) The parable of the shrewd manager is tough to wrap our minds around. How is it Jesus is…
Heaven my happy place. It’s the sweet respite at the end of the lane, the destination I long for with all my being.
I’m thinking about my own small ‘yes’ to God. It’s not as big as Abraham’s, but for me it’s uncomfortable.
“The Lord is exalted, for He dwells on high, He will fill Zion with His justice and righteousness; He will be the sure foundation for your times, a rich storehouse of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the Lord is the key to…