October 5

and into an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you, — 1 Pet 1:4 BSB

God’s children are heirs to a glorious inheritance, but it’s not an earthly inheritance—it’s a heavenly one. This inheritance is not given to us in full during this life; it’s reserved for us in heaven. We have a journey to make before we can fully receive it.

While our inheritance is securely kept for us, we have the promise of God’s protection along the way. We are kept by His power through faith.

Everything we experience in this life is meant to prepare us for that inheritance. We don’t need to be afraid of troubles—they help us grow. We don’t need to fear danger—we have the promise of God’s protection.

One day we will see Christ, whom we love even though we cannot see Him now. Heaven is guaranteed for all who remain faithful in this life. If we do God’s will and keep our faith, He will keep us safe and bring us home to our inheritance.