We Are Not Citzens of the Earth

It’s no secret that this planet is beautiful. We travel all across the world to see new views from the highest peaks and tallest cities. We reach out into the depths of the sea and the forest to find answers about the Earth and what it has to offer. The magnificence of this planet is nothing compared to the Kingdom of God. As Christians, Heaven is our home and our future—not this world of man. A citizen is a legally recognized subject of a state or nation. Citizens can be native or naturalized. Once we are saved, we lose our citizenship to this world. Our souls are born again into the Kingdom of Jesus. Even though we keep our temporary residency, we’re not at home here. It can be easy to lose sight of our destiny and become wrapped up in this world, but our futures are better than the greatest earthly glories. It can be sad to think that we’re living in a world where we don’t belong, but there’s a bit of Heaven inside each of us. When we lean on the Lord, we experience a sense of peace and love unlike anything that man can offer. This sensation is a preview of eternity in the presence of the Father. Do not become discouraged by life’s troubles. Work and bills are necessary, but they are not forever. We have peace and glory before us, once we finally make it to our spiritual home of all.