WE ARE CALLED TO GOD'S EVERLASTING KINGDOM; such is the marvel of our Lord's invitation to "whosoever will." He raised the poor from the dust, and the beggar from the dunghill; such were we by nature, but through rich grace we shall inherit the throne of glory. He has prepared for us, promised to us, and will bestow upon us a kingdom, a kingdom in which His glory will be seen, felt, and enjoyed for ever; a kingdom in which all His riches of grace, mercy, and glory will be displayed; in which peace, joy, and pleasure will eternally reign; a kingdom which cannot be moved and will never change. But who are the acknowledged heirs? The despised of this world who are poor in spirit; the rich in faith who believe in God and Jesus, who exercise faith in His precious promises, and whose faith is proved to be genuine by the works they produce. Those who love God from a knowledge of His love to them, and as the effect of His love being shed abroad by the Holy Ghost in their hearts. Am I an heir? Are you, my friend? If so, rejoice and be exceeding glad; follow in the steps of those who through faith and patience now inherit the promises, and the end will be a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

For Meditation:
In heaven I shall with rapture see
My blessed Lord who died for me;
Who died to ransom, lived to raise
To crowns of joy, and songs of praise;
Jesus, to Thee I breathe my prayer!
In thee I have an interest there.