March 24, 2015

An inescapable fact of life is that we all inseparably bound to family, and largely defined by family. Our genetic traits, values, and priorities are greatly influenced by family. But, family may not exactly be what we think it is.

“Someone said to Him, ‘Behold, Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside seeking to speak to You.' But Jesus answered the one who was telling Him and said, ‘Who is My mother and who are My brothers?’ And stretching out His hand toward His disciples, He said, ‘Behold My mother and My brothers! For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven, he is My brother and sister and mother.’ “ (Matthew 12:47-50)

Rather than being dismissive or degrading, Jesus in reality redefined family. True family reality is spiritual rather than physical. But, what a blessing when physical family is also spiritual family. I personally delight in father, mother, sisters, in-laws, cousins, aunts, and uncles who are all true family through faith in Jesus Christ. We share a family connection not only in this age, but also the age to come. But family is much larger even than this; as members of the family of Abraham (Romans 4:16), our family is as vast as the sands of the sea and the stars of the sky. 

We are kingdom family, with our true Father being Yahweh God, and Jesus our brother. Are destiny is to do the Father’s will alongside Jesus in ruling the world at Jesus’ return. By reminding, encouraging, and challenging our true family of this destiny, we make a significant investment in our family life.

Steve

©Steve Taylor, 2015
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