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WITH LONG LIFE I WILL SATISFY HIM
AND SHOW HIM MY SALVATION.”
PSALM 91:16
We think of long life as growing old on Earth, with wrinkly skin, grey hair, and stiff bodies. But the Hebrew phrase used in today’s verse also means “forever,” pointing to life beyond our earthly lives. The emphasis in the closing line of Psalm 91 could refer to both long life on Earth and our eternal one with the Lord. Joining God’s family through faith gives us long life, no matter how many years we have on Earth.
As the number of people waiting for me in heaven grows, I become more aware of our eternal connection. Even though the Lord called them home, I know He will reunite us when He sends for me one day. Even though their physical bodies no longer exist, our spiritual connection never ends. They have received their reward in heaven, leaving me here to do the work. Eventually, I will receive mine, as do all Christ’s followers, when they change their address to that of the heavenly realm.
Through our long life, we serve the Lord, living out our salvation one day at a time. In Christ, we will have an abundant life, living in the Savior’s grace and mercy. Strengthened by God, we will fulfill our mission in this world, and then our heavenly Father will call us home to our eternal resting place with Him. Trust the Lord’s promise of a long life that never ends as we commune with our Maker, here, now, and eternally.
Application:
God gives us long life.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for giving us a long life with You. Please help us pursue You with all our hearts, minds, bodies, and souls, loving You and others with every ounce of our being. In all things, may You receive the glory.
IJNIP. Amen
