So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, having been built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself being the cornerstone.  Ephesians 2:19-20

God is doing one of those “theme” things again in my heart and life. It seems like every message I’ve heard recently whether in church or on our recent College ministry (CCF) retreat, or even converstions with my family and friends have lately been forcing me to face the issue these verses are dealing with. Where is my citizenship?

In context, these verses seems to be speaking about a peace on Earth that comes through unity in faith in Christ. The term citizen however challenges me to think about how I define myself. If what this verse says is true, then I’m not only a citizen of Eugene, or a member of First Baptist, instead I’m a citizen of Heaven and belong to the community of believers who I will be connected to for eternity. What should my life look like if I really believe this?

First off I think about how God has been challenging me with my investments. Investments with money, time, people and personal growth. They all seem to be a bit out of whack right now. Lord please help me find balance and perspective.

Secondly, if I am a citizen of Heaven then why am I here on Earth? The quick answer is that God has a plan for my life, but am I really pursuing that plan? Am I living intentionally, as an ambassador for Christ on Earth, carrying a Heavenly passport? If I was it would be reflected in my speech, love and conduct. Lord, please continue to remind me of Where and to Whom I belong, and help me to live a life that reflects that truth.

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