The Daily Dose #0092
Is Your Hope Set on Heaven?
Lift your eyes from the worries of this world and fix them on the eternal hope found in Christ. The promise of heaven offers strength for today and joy that nothing on earth can take away. Living with this hope changes your perspective, reminding you that your ultimate home is with God, where all things are made new.
Today, let the joy set before you renew your spirit. Take a moment and remember this life is a blink, your sins are covered, and you need not fear death for it is the door to eternal joy with Christ. As you wait for His coming, live in the light of eternity.
"But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ."
— Philippians 3:20
Brief Biographical Summary
Richard Baxter (1615–1691) was an English Puritan pastor, theologian, and hymn writer known for his focus on heavenly hope and pastoral care. His writings, especially The Saints’ Everlasting Rest, emphasized the joy and glory of eternal life with Christ.
Fun fact: Baxter’s health was so poor that doctors predicted he wouldn’t live past his 20s, but he went on to live into his 70s, serving Christ faithfully throughout his life.
