Read: John 14:1-7

In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? (v. 2)

The houses we constructed in Mexico were very simple. Built on 18-by-20-foot concrete pads, they have two small bedrooms and one common room. There is no plumbing. Despite their simplicity, these houses feel like a mansion to families that previously slept in lean-to tents, in overcrowded homes, or on the street.

In addition to the standard bedding provided by the local mission agency, we brought extra items to make the house feel more homey. This included tables and chairs, plates and silverware, curtains to provide some privacy for each room, and window treatments.

Once everything was prepared, we dedicated the home. We gathered in a circle outside and each volunteer said a few words of blessing to the family and then we presented them with the key. Once inside, we again prayed for God to bless them and their new home. Tears flowed freely from everyone, men and women, on our team.

As great as this experience was, it is only a glimpse of what joy those who have confessed with their mouth and believed in their heart will experience in heaven (Rom. 10:9-10, 13). Jesus is preparing a place for us now. A place we can call our eternal home with all the trimmings.

Prayer:

Jesus, thank you for preparing a place in heaven for me. May I help others to also find a room.

Author: Rob Donoho

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