Past Tense…
Sometimes ‘the past’ brings smiles, sometimes tears.
Trying to forget, many live on a fast track to whatever tomorrow holds. Always seeking that next best thing, moment, breakthrough. Others, weighed down, can’t move into now. We get lost forgetting that Jesus has already secured our future (and He’s used what has happened for our good). He calls us to live in today. God’s plan from the beginning was to make a way for us to always, ever live – abundantly.
“Later, knowing that all was now completed…Jesus said, “It is finished. With that, He bowed His head and gave up His spirit.” (John 19:28-30 NIV)
Here’s the deal: nothing more is needed. We have an eternity of no sickness, no sorrow, one that never ends – Jesus has secured it. As a follower of Jesus we’re on that road to eternity, living for a purpose in the here and now and living for a future that we can’t fathom the greatness of. The reverse is true as well – for all who deny Jesus there is an eternity but it’s not a party – it’s utter darkness and aloneness – eternally separated from the Light.
Those are black and whites and most don’t like absolutes. But since our earthly days are numbered and do come to an end, eternity is a big deal. “He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God has done from beginning to end.” (Ecclesiastes 3:11b NIV)
Here’s a partial list of the ‘dones’ of God: “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins” (Ephesians 1:7a NIV) Done! “Having believed, you were marked in Him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance” (Ephesians 1:13b-14a NIV) Done! “And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 2:6 NIV) Yes, we already have a seat in eternity with Jesus, done!
All these are past tense – and all these are ours. And there are so many more things God has done. Because of Him we are free to live without past regret or future fear. That’s living – not in the past but resting in an already done future.
parisrenae 
“But since our earthly days are numbered and do come to an end, eternity is a big deal.” And yes, I am SO glad we can rest in an already-done future. Thanks for sharing!
LikeLike
Amazing that He has done it all now and forever. Amazing grace, love, eternity!
LikeLike
Living today and remembering what he has done in the past.
LikeLike
When I look back I am in awe – hard stuff at times, but so obvious He has been right there with me. Blessings as you enjoy His plans…
LikeLike
So grateful that Jesus said, “It is finished.” This gives me solid ground to stand on.
LikeLike
Solid ground, firm foundation, our rock!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Beautiful! laurensparks.net
LikeLike
His works are wonderful and He puts His beauty in us. Blessings as your rest in His dones.
LikeLike
Amen, Paris! So good to know that Jesus holds all of our tomorrows!
LikeLike
Nothing catches Him off guard, we are secure…
LikeLiked by 1 person
I love your conclusive “done” so poignant Paris!
Amen & say it again! 😀
Remember you’re most welcome to join me in a cuppa,
Blessings,
Jennifer
LikeLike
Jennifer, I did indeed hop on over for a ‘cuppa’ – you’ve changed the look, it’s great. And let’s do say it again- Done Done Done! He is so faithful and always by our side, we are never alone 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Amen!
Glad you enjoyed our cuppa together & the new theme look 😀
LikeLike