I was talking to a friend the other day about the state of affairs in this world; specifically, the events you hear about that cause you to shake your head and wonder, How can the world survive this?
For emphasis, I added: “It’s not a good thing. That’s for sure. But I don’t worry about the end, ’cause of Who I’m gonna be with.” Those last words took me by surprise. In the past, my words would have been along the lines of: “’cause of where I’ll be,” meaning Heaven, of course.
Centuries ago, Spanish author Miguel Molinos wrote, “Sigh for Him alone, desire nothing [apart from God], then nothing will trouble you.” I see what he means. I believe that’s why I am getting a clearer picture that the joy of the Heaven that awaits us is centered on a Person, not on a series of wonders and a bevy of joys…though, comfortingly, those too await.
Sighhh…
I hope this encourages you today.
Kevin Murray
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Kevin, this is one of your best blogs yet (and they are all excellent)! I too have come to recognize that Jesus is the focus of all we look forward to, and that brings me a lot of peace!
Thank you, Al, for the kind words. So glad it encouraged you. I love your perspective too!
Kevin, I like your perspective. If hell is anywhere separate from God, then heaven is anywhere with God eternally! Thanks for including me in your blog.
Love this!