2 Corinthians 5.1–5

1Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. 2Meanwhile we groan, longing to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, 3because when we are clothed, we will not be found naked. 4For while we are in this tent, we groan and are burdened, because we do not wish to be unclothed but to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life. 5Now it is God who has made us for this very purpose and has given us the Spirit as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.

Have you ever gone camping? When I read this passage it reminds me of the times that I spent "camping out" as a child. While I was only 50 feet from the house, I was still scared that something would come and destroy my tent, rendering me alone and helpless in the night. A tent made from mere cloth and poles was certainly not as satisfying as a shelter as a brick house would be. Why then, do we confuse this mere tent we call Earth as our home and shelter?

This passage encourages us to remember that the world is not our home and that God has a much better home for us in Heaven. We get so caught up in worldly events and physical possessions that we forget that they are made by human hands and are nothing compared to what God gives us. Take a moment today to say a prayer for those who don't know about the majestic home God has for them in Heaven.