Anticipation

We enjoyed some beautiful weather these last couple of days. Cold, but gloriously sunny. This morning, however, is another story. As I type, I can see the that gray gloom has returned. I’m hoping it doesn’t last all day. Which makes this a day for anticipation.

Anticipating the return of warmer weather. Anticipating sunshine. Anticipating Spring! 

As we look around our world, we often feel the weight of gloom. Politics, viruses, the threat of war, discontent, unemployment, inflation….the list could be quite lengthy. All these things could weigh heavily on us and lead to gloom and despair.

Just like the gloomy weather, these things can also be cause for anticipation. Anticipation of a better day coming. Because a better day is ahead. 

“This world is passing away…..” (1 John 2:17).

This world, with its stress and gloom, is not all there is. For those who belong to Christ, there is a far better day coming. Let’s focus our attention there. Let’s anticipate!

“Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ.” (Titus 2:13)