In the Presence of the Lord

Our readings in this series are from the book, What in Heaven Is Jesus Doing on Earth? We wrap-up our study by considering our own end, what God in Christ Jesus has in store for us. Here’s an excerpt from pages 29 and 30:

                                      Bask in the light
that radiates from Him and falls upon

your soul. Soak in His Presence; let His might
take root in you; breathe in the fragrance of
His life; and sidle up against His love.
Then linger there. Relax. Enjoy the Light

of Jesus as He watches from above
and fits you for each daily task. Then rise
and go, and as you do, know that His eyes
are ever on you, His unfailing love

protects and keeps you, and He is the prize
awaiting you at this life’s end. So, in
that confidence, go forth to vanquish sin
and bear the Sword of truth against the lies

of Satan and the world. Take up again
your daily charge to seek the Kingdom and
the glory of our God, and take your stand
for Jesus. In His service you will win

the crown of glory, with that holy band
that lives forever in God’s promised land.

For reflection or discussion
1. Jesus said that He is with us always (Matt. 28.20). What can we do to be more aware of His Presence, so that we delight in Him more and more?

2. How does seeing Jesus in glory and knowing all He’s doing there encourage you in your walk with and work for the Lord?

Forward today’s podcast to a friend and invite them to read and study with you as you discover the important implications of Jesus’ reign at the Father’s right hand. On Monday we’ll begin a companion study to this one, in which we will discover what it means to know Jesus, and to learn how we can grow together in Him. Order your copy of What in Heaven Is Jesus Doing on Earth? and To Know Him by going to the Ailbe Bookstore.