Heaven Our Eternal Home

Imagine it’s Christmas morning in Heaven; there is such a celebration. The children surround Him as they huddle in close. His Gracious feet tickle them and invite them even closer. Today is remarkable, as the little ones are bursting with joy in their heavenly playground.

Faithful servants, seasoned by time, but remaining perfect in their devotion, run and skip with youthful energy in His humble and glorious presence. A complicated world doesn’t scare them. They feel no imperfection, sadness, or pain. Joy and peace fill them as they breathe in, providing their heavenly Father. They all settled at His feet in perfect tranquility.

Separation brings sadness to those left behind. Truthfully, time will fly by, but joy will overflow.

The daily news often focuses on the negative, making it difficult to see the minor miracles happening around us. How quickly do we forget the blessings of our past when in the storms of our present?

I can’t imagine such beautiful peace after a loss. The pain and emptiness can be significant; a loved one you can no longer hold, a job that downsized, or perhaps a challenge to your physical or emotional health. Even the tiniest crack in our armor can cause a flood of doubt.

Why? Why do we succumb to our lives’ confusion and chaotic happenings? How quickly we throw away our trust and belief in the promises of our Father. Consider for a moment that heaven is the greatest gift we, and those we cherish, could receive.

Imagine your loves in Heaven smiling at His face as the warmth of His radiance embodies them and centers their hearts in comfort. They can’t contain their laughter, for it is overflowing in abundance as they glorify Him. His arms are both strong and inviting.

His whispers of love reach them regardless of what field they choose to explore for their daily romp. The angels guide them into their new and exciting paradise. Their Father’s light shines from day into night; there is no difference, for they bask in His glow forever and always. Every moment brings them beautiful experiences and lovely, fresh memories. Their contentment was so profound that it transcended all earthly desires and limitations. Their hearts swell with the feels of a constant showering of love and peace; oh, the beautiful peace is indescribable.

Imagine this place in your mind. Stroll with them as they clasp your hand and bring you toward the reason for their solace, Christ the Lord. He loves you, and He is your home. He is an all-loving, patient, forgiving, and all-knowing father. In Him, it can make you new. He meets you in your valleys and is the provider of your peaks. All things are possible in Him. Feel for Him next to you and walk hand in hand forever free.

Earth is our temporary home. We can disagree and differ, and that’s okay. Try to remember each of us will bring others to Him. Expect storms and great discord. The days ahead will be turbulent, and it will be hard to understand the world’s attempts to suppress God’s light.

You must keep your heart in His promises and His word. In the wake of each day, imagine seeing your perfect and peaceful home. Shine for one another; try to light the path for those in darkness. Smile and share the love He has shown you. Light, the fire of someone, lost to His gift. Help someone who may be unaware of their needs.

How do you ask? Just love them where they are, as God loves you. Share Him with them; do not be stingy with your forgiveness or warmth. See them with the guiding eyes. Please give them a whisper of grace.

Remember your own imperfections when judging others. Understand their bitterness for you to harbor resentments, often unaware. When facing negativity, try to find joy in even the most difficult moments; this will shield those around you. No one better than another; we face challenges that push us to acknowledge our imperfections, each person grows.

Cast not one stone at your neighbor, for could return in our direction. If one slip from your hand or fires spew from your mouth, then go to your Father, and He will be waiting. God allows mistakes and trials. They give us a greater understanding of our walk with Him in the light. Here in this surrender, you can count on His tender and loving embrace. Ask yourself, am I ready? If not, start today and Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord!

Jesus welcomed the children, “Let them come to me, don’t stop them, for heaven belongs to them.”

We can spend our time worrying. Sadness could consume our time. Fear wastes our time. Regret can consume our time. But haven’t we done that? Did it work for you?

Maybe we could spend our time seeking God in everything? We could imagine Heaven, our perfect, peaceful, and eternal home?