Luke 12:8 And I tell you, everyone who acknowledges me
before men, the Son of Man also will acknowledge before the angels of God.
This verse has always been a bit “blurry” in my mind and understanding. I have never been able to get a clear mental
picture of just what Jesus meant even though I understood that He is talking
about my commitment to follow Him in my present earthly life as a precursor to
my eternal life in heaven. However, as I
read this verse today, a new mental picture popped into my head that brought a
sense of excitement to me. I pictured
myself entering the gates of heaven and Jesus meeting me there, then turning to
the host of greeting angels behind Him and saying to them, “This is Jo Ann. We met when she was six years old and she has
been following me ever since then.” Then
all the greeters crowd around me and shake my hand, saying, “We are so happy to
have you here,” or, “We’ve been waiting to meet you and show you around.” The whole imaginary picture gives me a sense
of what Jesus will do as He acknowledges me in front of the angels of
heaven. It enhances my commitment to remain
faithful now!
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