Devotion for Thursday, May 7, 2026

“Jesus said to them, “Is this not the reason you are mistaken, that you do not understand the Scriptures or the power of God?  For when they rise from the dead, they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven” (Mark 12:24-25).

Jesus gives us the answer we need.  Heaven, in many respects, will be different than the way things are in this age.  This is not permission to speculate but tells us plainly that the order of things here has its own purpose, which prepares us to be in heaven eternally.  We will not become angels, but we shall be like them.  What we have been given in this age points to the reality of what shall be in the age to come.

Lord, I have enough to do in this world as You prepare me to be with You forever.  Guide me in Your goodness and mercy to seek what You give me to do knowing that You are preparing me to dwell in the house of the Father forever.  As with all things, teach me to trust what You have said and to apply these things to my own life so that I may become ready for what You have prepared.

Lord Jesus, we cling to that which we know.  The love in marriage is a wonderful thing.  I am unable to comprehend what it will be like.  You say there shall be no marriage in heaven.  Teach me to trust You when You tell me these things believing that it will be better and complete when I am with You in eternity.  Help me to be engaged properly in this world as You prepare me for the world to come.  Guide me into all faithfulness.  Amen.