Heaven. A far away place, an unreachable goal, a majestic prize for an undeserved life. Today Heaven felt closer than ever. Yesterday while driving into the slums such a worry free place with no pain and suffering seemed like an unrealistic vision. Then within moments, with the first laugh of a kid, it seemed that Heaven was once again established on earth. As I held hands of these once strangers I felt myself becoming more and more excited about the eternity that I have been promised to spend with them. Today in church we praised as if God was on his way back this very day. I wonder why I find it so hard to praise this way daily? I looked around the room at my brothers and sisters trying my hardest to imprint their faces on the deepest parts of my heart. I closed my eyes and imagined the place we had all been promised. It was clearer then ever. Today Heaven was not far away. It was in each smile, each song and each soul. In that way Africa has certainly hit close to home , my heavenly home. Emily Shapiro
Editor note: Emily's blog title is an acronym, D.R.E.A.M. She's so clever.
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