“Now after John had been taken into custody, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel” (Mark 1:14-15).
The kingdom of God is at hand. Is it all about humbly and simply being eternally united with Christ? Well, this is a first step. We do not know what eternity looks like, but the One who has come from eternity to unite us with Him to go to eternity does. I do not know what heaven will be like, but I do know that Jesus will be there to greet us. This is the starting place of walking the eternal life.
Lord God, so many in this world have such conditionality that we want to know what things will be like before we embark on the journey. But then, it would not be faith alone. Help me get past all of the places where I am conditional to that place where I trust You above all things. Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to know that I will need more grace for my salvation. Take me to the place where I do trust that what You have in mind is far above anything I can possibly imagine.
Lord Jesus, at a cost that I cannot imagine, You have prepared the way for all who believe to be forever united with You in eternal love. Guide me now and always to humbly walk in the way You have established and follow You wherever You lead. Lead me, Lord, on the journey of salvation and help me through all of the obstacles that will come my way. In Your goodness may I dwell now and always. Amen.
