A Series on the Milestones
in Jesus’ Life
John 14:1-14
(Use the link below to
read the verses.)
My
wife and I are big Michigan State football fans.
She grew up going to the games
because her Dad had season tickets. Years later, when we were first married and
I was still in school there, we bought season tickets. Then, about twelve years
ago, we bought season tickets again and have been going ever since. Needless to
say, we live and die with every play.
I’m
only slightly embarrassed to confess that I also record the games on our DVR.
Then, sometime during the following week, I watch it again. Only the second
time is without stress. It doesn’t matter how many first downs we give up,
turnovers we commit, opportunities we miss or points our opponents score;
because I already know the final outcome.
The
same must have been true for Jesus’ disciples after his resurrection. We know
that they faced extremely difficult times with many of them ending their life
as martyrs. What kept them focused during such extreme persecution? How did
they handle the stress?
“Don’t let your hearts be
troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. 2 There is more
than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told
you that I am going to prepare a place for you? 3 When
everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with
me where I am. NLT
Jesus
spoke these words to his disciples before he was crucified. When Jesus fulfills
this promise, it will be an amazing milestone. Following his ascension, Jesus’ disciples
could securely rest in his promise to return for them. The Good News for us is
that his words still hold true today.
When
life is difficult; when you are experiencing pain and suffering; when a loved
one suddenly dies or you lose your job or feel rejected or are struck down with
a critical illness; you already know the final outcome. You know that Jesus is
preparing a place for you to join him.
It’s
a place called home.
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