John 1:51, "He then added, ‘Very truly I tell you, you will see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man.'"

Think

"Jesus came from the top to the bottom, to bring us from the bottom to the top!" This week we have been discussing the dream of Jacob in Genesis 28. In this dream, God shows Jacob a ladder that reaches from Heaven to earth with angels ascending and descending it. It's as though God gives Jacob a glimpse of the unseen spiritual activity that is constantly happening. Today we visit a passage of scripture in the New Testament book of John that references this same dream. It shows us just how much that ladder matters. Why? It reveals that Jesus is the ladder! Jesus is our link to Heaven. He came from Heaven to Earth so that we could have a new life with him. Jesus came from the top to the bottom, to bring us from the bottom to the top! That's why the ladder is so important. If we aren't careful, we spend our lives climbing ladders to nowhere. And, when we finally reach the top, we discover that the ladder is leaning against the wrong wall! Don't be caught on the wrong ladder. Choose the ladder that guarantees you will have the link to Heaven that only Jesus provides.

Act

If you are a follower of Christ, take a moment to thank God for linking you to Heaven through Jesus. As you go through your day, be aware how God is using Heavenly angels on your behalf and thank him! If you haven't made the decision to follow Jesus Christ, you can do that now! Make sure the ladder you are on is the link to Heaven. It's as simple as praying the prayer below as your own. Then, let us know by clicking the Contact button below. We'd love to celebrate with you!

Pray

Dear God, I admit that I have made mistakes and messed up in my life. I believe Jesus died on the cross for my sins and that you raised Him from the dead. Thank you for forgiving me and please take charge of my life! In Jesus' name, Amen.