They were easy to spot. Every one of them was dressed in red, white, and blue and stood waving a flag with as much eagerness as a boy scout troop might. Looking like two colorful pieces of popcorn, our two youngest children were jumping up and down. The older two–both teenaged boys–maintained a cool exterior, but their feet shuffled in anticipation and broad grins split their faces.
As their father strode toward them, there was a sudden rushing to meet in the middle of the causeway. People turned at the sounds of sudden commotion as the children engulfed their dad enmasse. Dave had returned. Daddy was home.
The scene struck me as a foretaste of what it may be like when our heavenly Father returns for His children. What a beautiful picture! I can’t wait to run into His arms.
Scripture for Reflection-Friends, this world is not your home, so don’t make yourselves cozy in it. Don’t indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. Live an exemplary life among the natives so that your actions will refute their prejudices. Then they’ll be won over to God’s side and be there to join in the celebration when he arrives. – 1 Peter 2:12 (MSG)
Just for Today-Remember to live each moment today with an eternal perspective. Will others notice the way you carry the family name–Christian?
