Desire a better country.

Hebrews 11:13-16, All these died in faith, without receiving the promises, but having seen them and having welcomed them from a distance, and having confessed that they were strangers and exiles on the earth. For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own. And indeed if they had been thinking of that country from which they went out, they would have had opportunity to return. But as it is, they desire a better country, that is a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God; for He has prepared a city for them.

One of my friends recently told me that he is ready to go whenever God is ready for him. He’s serving the Lord, happily married, has grown children and a good business. He sees clearly that this world is not the final answer! Even with the blessings that we may have, and the joy of service, family, friends and occupation, we know that this is nothing compared to what the Lord our God has prepared for those who love Him and are called according to his purpose.

We lift our eyes to Your better country, O Lord; come soon, Lord Jesus!