Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in His eyes. Romans 12:2 TPT
More than before, I feel like a stranger in a strange land. This world is not my home; my citizenship is in heaven (Phil. 3:20).
First, there was this worldwide plague causing widespread panic and depression. Both reactions are foreign to me. I am not afraid because Jesus has conquered death (1Cor.15); it has no hold over me. Nor am I afraid of scarcity of resources because my God is able to multiply food in my hand. Depression is a lack of hope; again, I cannot imitate that mind set. God said He is working ALL things to my good (Rom.8:28). I trust Him at His Word. He is a covenant keeping God. There is no need to fuss about how He will turn things around. I just know that He will.
Because of my faith in Him, I was looking for an increased anointing at Pentecost, as the prophets were saying. I was expecting such a dramatic move of the Spirit of God that even the mainstream media would be forced to report it. Instead, racism and riots are the headlines. My heart aches at the injustice and evil!
This world is so far from God’s heart for His people . . . I just cannot be conformed to the world’s image. I am presenting my mind to God to be transformed by His Spirit. I want a total reformation of the way I think. I want to think the way God thinks. I want to discern HIS will in every situation. I want to live a beautiful life, in HIS eyes, not the world’s.
My citizenship is in heaven. Righteousness and justice are the foundation of God’s throne (Ps.89:14). In heaven, sickness and disease, abuse and oppression will be no more! Finally, justice and righteousness will prevail! Praise God!!
Yes, I am longing to be repatriated to Heaven. Come, Lord Jesus, Come!