October 4, 2013

The train station

Philippians 3:20 “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” (NIV)*

Grand Central Station-NYC (photo by Patty Perkins)

At the station, trains are running all the time. Random entries and speedy exits. Tracks going on all levels and directions.

One could find an empty corner or bench, and maybe even sleep in a train station. One can eat at a train station. All the family can huddle in a designated area and unload the suitcases…but who wants to do that?

We’re at the train station to find a way to our destination. Always an eye on the posted arrivals and departures. Tickets ready—we eagerly await the desired train.

Not unlike a train station, our lives on earth are spent waiting for a train to take us to the next destination, to our real citizenship. We eagerly await the Savior.

The trick is to live this life to the full, yet not forget…it’s only the train station.

Grand Central Station-NYC (photo by Patty Perkins)

(Any advertisements shown are not from me.)

About Patty Perkins

I'm Patty, writer of the devotional blog, Beside Quiet Waters. I love writing, reading and taking long walks with my camera. I've been married to my loving husband for 40 years. We have two grown sons, two lovely daughters-in-law, and two amazing grandchildren. I am thankful for a place to share spilled ink, in hopes of encouraging others to find daily hope and inspiration in God's Word. View all posts by Patty Perkins

This entry was posted on Friday, October 4th, 2013 at 5:00 pm and tagged with Christian, Citizenship, Devotional, Grand Central Station, heaven, New York City, Savior, The One Year Bible 10/2, Train Station, Trains, Waiting and posted in Devotional. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed.

6 responses to “The train station”

Caddo
October 4th, 2013 at 7:12 pm

Oh I really love this, Patty–and I’m ever so ready for the train that takes us Home! God bless you BIG–love, sis Caddo

Reply
- Patty Perkins
  October 4th, 2013 at 10:41 pm
  
  Thank you so much. Sometimes it’s good to remember that this is just a temporary address. Blessings to you!
  
  Reply
Mr. CATSOE
October 4th, 2013 at 7:56 pm

“People get ready.. There’s a train a-coming
Don’t need no baggage, you just get on and go.
All you need is faith.. to hear the diesel’s coming
You don’t need no ticket.. you just thank the Lord..”
~~ Curtis Mayfield ~~ 1965
I remember it well… Still find myself humming it..
Nice Post.. 🙂

Reply
Patty Perkins
October 4th, 2013 at 10:46 pm

Thank you for sharing that special song. I’m not familiar with it, but love the message. I do remember a great uncle giving a sermon when I was a child about getting on the train to heaven…thought of him as I did this post. Thank you for stopping by!

Reply
Heidi Viars
October 5th, 2013 at 5:59 pm

this is beautiful, Patty! … yes, one day we get to catch the last train … looking forward to it 🙂

Reply
Patty Perkins
October 5th, 2013 at 10:46 pm

Thank you, Heidi. We have a future and a hope that can’t be taken away! So glad you stopped by:)

Reply