Family Far From Home

Kevin was driving home after work when Jesus spoke to him, “Keep justice and do righteousness, for My salvation is about to come and My righteousness to be revealed.” (Is 56:1)

“Lord, but Your righteousness has been revealed and Your salvation has come already.”

“Yes, My child. For you and all the people in My church. You are My sons and daughters who already have a place in My house.”

“See that man in the rear view mirror whom you have passed just now. He and his wife were Muslims. They were led to accept Me as their Lord but they dare not tell any of their family or friends about it.”

“When they pray with their friends, none of them are aware of the fact that they are actually praying to Me.”

“Your neighbour whom you got to know as an atheist, is not an atheist any more. He came to his senses and has faith in Me now.”

“But, Lord, why don’t they come out into the open and worship with us in church?”

“In the first place, Kevin, there is a xenophobic spirit towards those people. They believe they will not be accepted in your community. Besides, they find themselves very high up on the most hated list of many.”

“Secondly, they are afraid of their own people for retribution. You know how Muslims treat those who don’t share their faith. Many will face total rejection and even death.”

“I know what their followers do is unacceptable. However, realise that behind many of your enemies, stands the evil one. Pray that they will receive wisdom. Change the spirit of xenophobia into love.”

“I am telling you this because time to reach out is running out.”

“Tell them they have a place in My home within My walls and they have a name better than that of sons and daughters. If only they would accept Me as their Lord and Saviour.” (Is 56:5)

“Remember the parable I told you about the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32). You are part of My family, the apple of My eye, but you still have potential brothers and sisters far away from home.”

“Open your heart to them. Pray for them and bless them. I told you to love your enemies and bless those who curse you (Luke 6:27, 28). The time to do that is now. I love you.”