Going Home with a Blessing

My dear son,

Picture Jesus lifting his hands to bless his disciples. His love for them did not break off at the moment of parting. They carried that love with them and returned with joy, holding his blessing close to their hearts.

I want you to live each day as a child who has received my love. Let your praise reach beyond the time you spend in worship, finding expression in the words you use with people and the gratitude on your face.

If something to be thankful for comes to mind tonight, tell me about it. I want to share your small, ordinary joys. Come close to me with room not only to ask for blessing, but also to enjoy the love already given.

With all my love,
Your Father

Luke 24:50–53

WEB

50He led them out as far as Bethany, and he lifted up his hands and blessed them.
51While he blessed them, he withdrew from them and was carried up into heaven.
52They worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy,
53and were continually in the temple, praising and blessing God. Amen.

A short reflection

Jesus blesses his disciples near Bethany as he ascends into heaven. They worship him, return joyfully, and continue praising God in the temple.

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