Jesus is Essential
John 16:16–17: “A little while, and you will not see Me; and again a little while, and you will see Me, because I go to the Father.” Then some of His disciples said among themselves, “What is this that He says to us, ‘A little while, and you will not see Me; and again a little while, and you will see Me’; and, ‘because I go to the Father’?”
Jesus was speaking primarily about His return to the Father (“Because I go to the Father”—John 16:16). This ties in with John 16:10—“Because I go to My Father, and ye see Me no more.” The disciples did not live to see the return of Christ, but they did die and see Him when they arrived in glory.
In comparison to eternity, the time that the church has been awaiting the Lord’s return has really been but “a little while.” Instead of asking Jesus to explain His words, the men began to discuss it among themselves, almost as though they were embarrassed to admit their ignorance. However, you do not get very far by exchanging your ignorance! It is when we come to the Lord and ask for His help that we learn the important lessons of life. 1
Walking with Jesus
Is it difficult to wait for the promises of the Lord to be experienced in your life? Do your prayers seem powerless? Does it feel like Jesus is not around? Those can be real feelings, but it is much better to have a faith experience based upon the Word of God. Read Psalm 139 and discover again His great love for you. Experience Jesus by experiencing His Word in your heart and mind and emotions.
While we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:18
The Lord is ever-present for those who have the eyes of faith.
Praying
Lord, thank You for making a way for me to come to my eternal home prepared by You.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
