Daily Bible Reflections- March 27, 2012

SOMEONE NOT OF THIS WORLD

 

But Jesus said, “You are from below and I am from above; you are of this world and I am not of this world.” – John 8:23

 

Describe someone you want to meet.

Do you still remember this ala-slam book question before Facebook became a fad? For those close to my age, yes, you can find this in Friendster.

My college friend and brother in Christ answered this question with: “someone not of this world.” He wasn’t referring to aliens but to believers mentioned in John 17:16, “They do not belong to the world any more than I (Jesus) belong to the world.” After reading his intriguing answer, I also wanted to find someone — my one true love — who is “not of this world.”

Being part of a Charismatic community and the Light of Jesus Family gave me a good grasp of what someone “who is not of this world” should be. He is someone who is not attached to the mundane pleasures of life, someone who is Christ-like in character and follows Him in all aspects of his life.

Friends, if you know someone who fits the bill, you know where to reach me. Just kidding.  Ems Sy Chan (havenofleeanne@gmail.com)

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REFLECTION:

“For all that is in the world, sensual lust, enticement for the eyes, and a pretentious life, is not from the Father but is fromthe world.” (1 John 2:16)

 

Father, detach me from the love of this world. I want to spend eternal life with You and all the angels and saints in heaven.

 

Blessed Francesco Faa di Bruno, pray for us.