There doesn't seem to be enough new homes available. Politicians are promoting different ways in which people might find a suitable new home. This issue may become a defining difference in the years ahead.
It is striking that Jesus speaks clearly about where He is going to be at home. 'There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.' (John 14.2-3)
The preparation that is required, so that we can be welcomed into the Father’s home is his sacrificial death on the cross, which will make the way clear for broken people like us to find wholeness and completion.
But that is looking towards eternity.
Jesus also speaks of the way in which He will be at home with us now, as we entrust our lives to Him. 'Soon the world will no longer see me, but you will see me. Since I live, you also will live. When I am raised to life again, you will know that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in you.' (John 14.19-20)
We can understand that Jesus says that He is in his Father - because of their closeness of relationship.
But when He tells us 'you are in me, and I am in you', this raises our relationship with Him to a different level.
This means that He has made His new home in us, and we share all of life together.
As I face today's challenges, I am thrilled to know that I am not alone - for my friend Jesus is with me throughout the day.
I hope this brings you encouragement too!
Best wishes,
Best wishes,
Richard
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