"And God has reserved for his children the priceless gift of eternal life; it's kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay...it will be yours in that coming last day for all to see. So be truly glad! There is wonderful joy ahead, even though the going is rough for a while down here."
1 Peter 1: 4-6
This, spoken by Peter, who ends up being crucified upside down, to early Christians who were driven out of their homes. These words of hope assure God's children that the story continues, getting better and better at the end.
The gift, kept out of reach of change and decay, reminds me of a special edition Barbie doll in the original box that's kept on the top shelf in a child's room. It is beautiful, but to have it now would decrease its value and mar its attractive state. God, in his wisdom, knows best. Verse five says God, in his mighty power, will make sure we get there safely to receive it. He knows we're trusting in him and he won't let us down!
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