Victory In Christ

As Christians we read in the Bible that “We are convinced that even if these bodies we live in are folded up at death like tents, we will still have a God-built home that no human hands have built, which will last forever in the heavenly realm.” ~~ 2 Corinthians 5:1 (TPT).

We may inwardly sigh as we live in these physical “tents,” longing to put on a new body for our eternal life in heaven with Jesus. Once we put on our new “clothing” we won’t find ourselves “naked.” So, while living in this “tent,” we groan under its burden, not because we want to die but because we want these new bodies. We crave for all that is mortal to be swallowed up by eternal life. And this is no empty hope, for God Himself is the one Who has prepared us for this wonderful destiny. And to confirm this promise, He has given us the Holy Spirit, like an engagement ring, as a guarantee. That’s why we’re always full of hope and courage. Even while we’re at home in the body, we’re homesick to be with the Master— for we live by faith, not by what we see with our eyes. We live with a joyful confidence, yet at the same time we take delight in the thought of leaving our bodies behind so as to be at home with the Lord. ~~ 2 Corinthians 5:1-8.

“Sometimes I want to live, and at other times I don’t, for I long to go and be with Christ. How much happier for me than being here! But the fact is that I can be of more help to you by staying!” ~~ Philippians 1:23-24 (Living).