Our Citizenship is Not of this World

Our citizenship is in Heaven, from which we also eagerly wait
for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
– Philippians 3:20 –

Citizens from the same country have a passport and an allegiance in common, especially when competing against rival nations. During the Olympic games we witness the enthusiasm and joy of people united under their nation’s flag, representing their homeland in seeking a prize. How much more joyfully should followers of Jesus Christ represent Him and unite under His banner!

Likewise, when visiting a foreign country, meeting a fellow countryman is a welcome delight. We speak the same language. Certain customs are familiar to both of us. We feel an immediate connection. How much more should the saints of God feel such a connection to one another!

We are fellow citizens of Heaven living in a foreign land. The kingdom of Jesus Christ is not of this world (John 18:36), so our citizenship is not of this world. He is our King. Our primary allegiance is to Him, and our secondary loyalty is to one another.

So, let us live for our eternal inheritance in Heaven. Let us join together in serving our heavenly King by looking out for one another in this foreign land and caring for one another until we reach our true homeland.