Communion with God, Part One

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I miss my mom and dad. Some days, the ache in my heart becomes so strong I find I'm on the verge of tears constantly. On other days, I feel as if life is flowing past so swiftly that I'm standing still, waiting. Just waiting for something or someone to come along and remind me I AM loved, wanted and needed. That I am something beautiful in someone's eyes. That is when I reach for my Bible and turn to John 14: 1-4.
In this passage, Jesus' reassuring words to the disciples on the subject of His imminent death offered comfort while also providing hope for people like me, today.
Jesus said, "Let not your heart be troubled, you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father's house are many mansions [homes]; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you, and if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to myself; that where I am, there you may be also. And where I go you know, and the place you know." (NKJV)
For many people Death is a frightening reality they try hard to avoid. But for believers in Christ, it is the doorway to eternity with Jesus. After all, He gave His Life to save humanity from the wages of sin; we should (hopefully!) be willing to trust Him with ours by inviting Him into our hearts as Lord and Savior. Then through studying the Bible, and a daily time of devotions and prayer we can build a lasting relationship with Jesus.
Just like in a marriage or some other type of relationship, both parties must take the time to nurture, support and love each other. Then when a person does place their faith and trust in Jesus, one can be sure of this: He will never leave nor forsake us.