Last night at 2Deep, Emily Ronco, spoke about the weight of eternity. She spoke on the fact that we are citizens of heaven, not of this earth. Relating it to the end scene of Homeward Bound, Emily, described the joy of going home and what it mean to be visitors on this earth.
First of all, because we were created for eternity, not numbered days, life is going to disappoint us but the God is Sovereign.
Secondly, we have HOPE. We were made to share in the glory of the Lord in His perfect presence.
Thirdly, since we were created for eternity, we are here on earth for a purpose. To be the hands and feet of Jesus by loving others and sharing the good news of our Savior.
The idea of an eternal perspective is amazing to me. God created us to live in eternity with Him but gave us an opportunity to share in His glory here on earth. My favorite verse is Ecclesiastes 3:11 where it says: "God set eternity in the hearts of men, yet we cannot fathom what He has done from beginning to end." He has set eternity on our hearts and that is something we can celebrate!
Emily's talk last night has spurred so many incredible conversations in cabins and changes in the hearts of campers. Be sure to ask about it when your kids get home!
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