I am writing this post early morning–today is a travel day. After four Sundays of temporary, interim ministry in Michigan (four weeks, including travel), we are returning home today. Today’s title brings two truths to mind.
First, it is a delight to be part of the kingdom of God and Christ. Spending time with brothers and sisters in Christ is always special. Renewing friendship and fellowship, meeting new friends in Christ, remembering, celebrating, encouraging, anticipating. The time we spent with the church in Lansing was delightful. Heaven is a wonderful place!
Second, I am glad God gave us homes. Homes provide stability and comfort, familiar surroundings and the basic tools of life. It is amazing how many things one misses when one is away from home–not only the “stuff” of life, but also the relationships of life. Proximity to things and people reminds us of our identity–family, friends, even furnishings. Most of the furnishings in our house are unchanged over the last 30 years. The Bible describes heaven as our home. Heaven is a wonderful place!