True inheritances can't be handled or even experienced with the senses.
"God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he
created the universe." Hebrews 1:2 NLT
Many have the good fortune of having relatives who've been able to accumulate
large sums of money or possessions. Upon their relative's death, these items
come to them by way of inheritance. My largest inheritance was from my maternal
grandfather. He was a dirt poor farmer but had nevertheless managed to
accumulate a healthy nest egg. At his demise, the grandchildren were elated to
discover they would receive $1,000 each. Presently, my immediate family members
are dwindling quickly, and those who remain have no inheritance to leave me.
As far as I know, what I have now is all I'll ever have, but when I die I'll
have it all. As a follower of Christ, God assures me I'm a joint heir of his
(Romans 8:17). Since the Father has given all things to the Son, I'm in line to
receive everything that belongs to him.
My inheritance involves an eternal future. I'm not simply composed of matter; I
have a soul. When my heart stops beating, my spirit will immediately inhabit the
presence of God for eternity. I quickly spent my grandfather's inheritance, but
my eternal inheritance can't be disposed of. I will enjoy a perfect environment
where all the effects of sin are removed. What I receive there will be free from
decay and can never be stolen. No imperfections are allowed. What sin distorts
on earth will be holy in heaven.
I'll also share this eternal inheritance with all who have accepted Jesus as
their Savior. Friendships will be perfect and not tainted as earthly ones often
are by jealousy, selfishness, and neglect.
The Bible further states that God will make a new heaven and earth for me to
enjoy. I believe he'll restore it to its original condition as it was when he
created it the first time. Since I'll be like the angels in heaven, I hope to
have the freedom to enjoy all the earthly beauty I didn't get to experience
during my earthly lifetime.
My future inheritance is bright. How about yours?
Prayer: We honor You merciful Lord for promising us a blessed inheritance.
Martin Wiles
Hodges,
South Carolina, USA
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