Psalm 105:1
August 26, 2023
FEAST OF SAINT MONICA OF HIPPO – 27th AUGUST
August 27, 2023
THE 26TH OF AUGUST
JESUS IS PREPARING THE PLACE WHERE WE CAN BE WITH HIM FOREVER
Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe in Me as well. In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?” – John 14:1-2
Jesus encouraged His disciples after some disturbing events. In the previous chapter, the Lord had indicated Judas as a traitor and told Peter that He would deny Him. For sure these things did not sit well with many of them, so the Lord taught them, and us, a very important truth. It is up to us to not let our hearts be troubled, no matter what happens. What we allow our minds to think about will make us happy or sad, courageous or fearful, trustful or doubtful, and so on.
We may prevent sadness by believing that our Lord is more than able to solve our problems and see us through. We also have strong reason not to be troubled, if we focus on the fact that Jesus is preparing a special place in His Father’s heavenly home for each of us. Our Lord knows what we truly like and what we are wired for. The place He is preparing for each one of us, fits perfectly with our personalities and desires. We will get to enjoy living in the best home possible in the most perfect location, in heaven, for all eternity.
SUGGESTED PRAYER
My beloved Jesus, even when You were so close to dying for our sins, You chose to encourage, love and bless Your loved ones. You are the true, real love. Thank You so very much for all You did for me and for helping me understand that I can choose to not be upset based upon my circumstances, but rather trust You and focus on the most perfect home You are preparing for me in heaven, where I can enjoy Your presence for all eternity. Thank You for everything, with all my heart. Amen
Source: thetruthstandsforever
