Today is the day that an old friend of mine began to understand the beautiful reality that there is a King above all other Kings who loves him; and because of this love — and only because of this love — there lies an invitation to live in a kingdom that is completely upside-down to any culture, system, or community. There is but one requirement: that he lay down the life, identity, and standard that he lived in before he knew of this amazing grace; this amazing love, so as to step into a completely new way of living.
This kingdom of heaven is like no other you have ever seen. Like no other you will ever know.
The kingdom of heaven is like a gift that is being offered by a loving Father every-day, every second, every moment; the child need only to unwrap it.
The kingdom of heaven is like a man who has set up a feast, his friend arriving many hours late; yet instead of opening the door filled with anger, the man opens up the door to a friend filled with shame, and says, “I’m not mad that you’re late, I’m just glad that you’ve made it.”
“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it.”
The kingdom of heaven is this and so much more. Words are limiting in describing a kingdom so immensely incredible. But by the grace of God I pray that he works through them to draw you closer to his throne.
It’s a good life; It is costing me everything that I have ever known & loved. Although, I’m learning to walk in a new kind of love that is so much better. I couldn’t find it anywhere, but now that I’ve found it, it is a treasure I am only but overjoyed to give everything for. It requires a re-structuring of the way I live, but the King of this kingdom is one whom I trust. One whom I know is good and right and true. And he forgives; he cares; he knows. He’s a gentle king, who harbors love that extends as far as the East is from the West. All we must do is walk under his canopy of approval and affection.
His love is an invitation, not a controlling command. There is a room with your name on it; are you willing to turn the key, open the door, and leave your old life behind to walk in?
Thanks for reading,
-Elijah
