Well, I was sitting here trying to work on homework, and all of a sudden, my heart started longing for Jesus. I thought back to my sister's death a few months ago. I thought of how that hospital room was for everyone. Some people saw it as an end to a life, but others saw it as the beginning of eternity. I was think about how Carliea is able to be in the presence of Jesus right now. I'm so excited for her! I long to be with Jesus. I want a heart willing to seek after Him continually.
I know when people go home to be with Jesus we really miss them. We think about all of the times we have spent together. We think about the times we passed up chances to be with them. I wonder how much we do this with our Savior. Why are our hearts not longing more to see Him in Heaven than a family member? The answer - relationship. We had a relationship with the people who went on, but do we really have a relationship with Jesus? Do we really spend time with Him? Do we really get to know Him? If we did, we would have a true desire to see Him. We would be longing for the day to be able to be in His presence.
I want to spend more time with Jesus. There are days when my life is so full. I was just talking to a friend yesterday, and she was saying how things are going by so fast. We need to slow down and spend time with Jesus.
My oldest son has been wanting to do family devotions every night before bed! I love this (although sometimes I wonder if it isn't just a excuse to try and stay up a little long). Excuse or not, I'm glad he is wanting to spend time talking about God and telling Bible stories. He also wants to pray together. Last night, he said the best prayer for our family and our friends. I'm so proud of him!
So, we need to spend time with Jesus today and have the longing in our hearts to one day see Him!
