1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
English Standard Version (ESV)
If you're Catholic, today you are marking All Saints' Day, a remembrance and celebration of those who have died and dwell in Heaven. Many Mexicans are marking the Day of the Dead, a multi-day remembrance of those who have died.
We stand in a long line of faithful believers. Those who have gone before us sought to live faithfully, and their lives were joined to the church universal in praising Christ. Their lives continue to praise Him now.
I don't know exactly what it will be like when Christ returns in glory. He has promised to, and considering that God has kept every previous promise he has made, I am completely confidant that he will keep that one as well. We will experience the promised fulfillment of the promises and dwell in the heavenly city, where there will be no more pain or darkness, only light and life.
So let us wait actively, living into our hope, seeking him above all else, and trusting that whatever is in store for us will be better than we can ask or imagine.
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