I had lunch today with a small group of believers. One of them shared a dream she had, last night, of being in Heaven. Problem was... Heaven just wasn't what she expected. It was noisy, with people everywhere, talking to each other, laughing, sharing, and simply enjoying the fellowship.
"Where is Jesus?" she asked. The person nearby pointed to the groups of believers all around her. She was astounded. Why isn't everyone in reverent awe of our Lord? Why aren't they focused on Him? Why won't they be quiet? She woke up pretty ticked off at God. Heaven just didn't fulfill her expectations.
As we talked about her dream, we all came to the realization that all of us love those peaceful, quiet times with God.... when there's no one else.... it's just Him. And yet, the Lord tells us that He dwells within each of us and He longs for our fellowship.
Hebrews 10:25 [NKJV]
not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.
Our little lunch today was a slice of Heaven. Not because any of us are especially charismatic, or holy, or smart or even nice. But because in each one of us is a little slice of Christ Jesus. The Holy Spirit dwells in us and flows from us. And when two or more of us are together in His name, He is there in our midst.
Our friend's anger was, of course, replaced by joy and anticipation. We know that when this fallen life is through, we will have special intimate times with Christ. We also know that we will be with each other, living in love as true brothers and sisters.
The next time you gather together with the Body, remember that you are getting a glimpse of Heaven. Take it in. Enjoy it. Thank Almighty God for it.
Be encouraged,
Jose
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