If you are a Christ follower, there is a deep seeded homesickness that we all suffer from in our souls. We are not meant for this world, but for another one. We are meant to be with Jesus. It is that simple.
Satan also uses the so called “distance” from our Father to reap havoc on our hearts. We begin to believe the lie that God doesn’t care our doesn’t know when we are hurting or suffering. We begin to believe that "He's just too far away!"
That is simply not true. Here is my proof:
Psalm 34:18
and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
A few thoughts:
- Sin has completely messed up our hearts. God never leaves His children, but sin has separated us from God (for awhile). That is why He sent Jesus to restore our relationship with Him. All we have to do is ask Jesus to be the King of our lives and surrender our hearts to Him, and the gap is closed forever.
- Our homesickness is temporary. Our lives will be a quick reflection in the rear view mirror once we get to heaven. We will never be without Jesus. We will be able to approach God without sin. Awesome!!!
- I have heard folks say “When I get to be with God” or “When Jesus returns”. These statements are misleading. Yes, it is true that Jesus is going to return and yes, it is true that we will someday be in the presence of God. The misleading part is that we begin to think of God as “Far, far away” and we “stuck down here”! The truth is this: THE HOLY SPIRIT OF GOD LIVES INSIDE OF YOU CHRISTIAN! If you have surrendered yourself to Christ, than you have received an amazing gift. (John 16:12-15) There is never a second from now until eternity that we are without God. Get your mind around that!!!! It is amazing to ponder.
God is so in tune with how we feel. If you are hurting or feel alone, if you have lost someone close to you or feel like you can’t make it another day, know this: The Lord is close to the broken hearted and save those who are crushed in spirit. Don’t give up. Be encouraged!
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