ON EARTH
AS IT IS IN HEAVEN
Heaven is a place of unbridled praise. The Book of Revelation describes the redeemed multitudes singing praise to the Lamb in the midst of the throne. Heaven is all about celebrating Jesus, the Lamb of God. Every tribe and nation will be represented in this everlasting festival. The elders, angels, seraphim, and entire host of heaven will join in joyfully worshipping the Lord Jesus. Every worship service here is choir practice for eternity. If joy is the serious business of heaven, maybe we should make it our business on earth!
Life on earth isn't a picnic, but true joy glows in the dark. The heart of the prophet Jeremiah, known as "the weeping prophet," was broken because of the sad state of his nation. He had his share of heartbreak and sorrow, but he said, "Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart" ( Jer. 15:16a ). Here is a man who took in God's words, and those words brought great rejoicing to his soul. David said God's judgments are sweeter "than honey and the honeycomb" ( Ps. 19:10 ). He took pleasure and delight in God's Word. Godly men throughout history have learned to feed on God's words. These words have brought tremendous joy and rejoicing.
The Bible is not only a sword to cut and a rod to chasten but also bread to feed, water to quench, a light to lead, and a source to bring joy! The Bible is God-breathed. It's the mind and heart of God in written form. God has not abandoned us to figure out life on our own. He has spoken directly to us through His book.
Do you know the chorus "The B-I-B-L-E. Yes that's the book for me"? Sing it together now. Heaven is rejoicing tonight, and we can, too.
PRAYER: "Lord, let us be joyful on earth like it it in Heaven. Thank You for Your Word, which is the source of joy. Amen."
--Harold Vaughan--
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