I think I need to write this to help me process my thoughts and feelings. It’s no secret that I’ve been thinking a lot about eternal realities lately. When I say eternal realities, yes, I mean heaven and hell, life after death, and the second coming of Jesus Christ.
During one of my quiet time last year, I’ve prayed to God to teach me to number my days. I think I got my answer when He showed me earlier this year the reality that the time of Jesus’ coming is near. The signs that Jesus mentioned in Matthew 24 are now starting to unveil. I am now more convinced of the harsh reality that this world is not going any better because God has really meant to destroy it, to give way to the new heavens and new earth He has promised.
As much as I want Jesus to come back soon, I know that God’s love and mercy for humanity still prevails. He wants all people to be saved so He is still giving everyone a chance to consider his ways and turn back to Him, to acknowledge Him in their life. And until He comes, Jesus’ followers are commanded to proclaim the good news to all creation. So, I am really burdened by the fact that there are still a lot of work to be done for the advancement of God’s kingdom.
Actually, what I really want to share is my thoughts on the recent earthquake in Nepal. I am really bothered by the fact that I am thinking of the reality of Jesus’ second coming and the urgency of the Gospel when I know that I am supposed to feel compassion for the people affected by the earthquake. So I keep on asking God if this is the kind of attitude He wants me to have. I also felt sad for the Christians who are being accused of being insensitive for fearlessly preaching the Gospel to the victims, because I am one with them for thinking that Jesus is all they need. They may not understand it now but I know that it’s true. So have I stopped being loving for thinking this way?
I really don’t know how to answer this but I’m hoping that God will give me some enlightenment, soon.
No Ordinary Day 
I have realized that love in action is the best response to tragedies like this. We are called not to explain or give reasons for why (bad) things happen. All we have to do is respond (in practical ways). I recommend Philip Yancey’s The Question That Never Goes Away or What’s So Amazing About Grace. 🙂