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My Daily Musings-August 12th, 2026

I read John 14:2 again today and it really intrigued me this time.

It reads, “In my Father’s house are many mansions…I go to prepare a place for you.”

It’s always been interesting to me how I can read a scripture many times and it just hits me differently one time than any other time. I think this verse intrigued me this time for a couple of reasons.

Jesus said this to His disciples at the Last Supper. I learned that the Greek word for “mansions” is monai, which can mean dwelling places, rooms, or abiding places. Since I have been focusing on “Abide” as my word of the year, this translation really resonated with me. So basically, what Jesus is telling us is that we can abide with Him and His Father in heaven, after our lives on earth.

When Jesus was on the earth, He picked so many different people to be His apostles, from a few fishermen to a tax collector and a Zealot who had a very different political background than the others.

Then Jesus wasn’t particular about whom He blessed and healed. He healed the poor, the rich, men and women, Jews and Gentiles. So basically, all are welcome to “abide” with Him, no matter our background, our wealth, our family, etc.

But We need to do our part and follow Jesus, keep His commandments and do the things we know we should do. Then we can abide with Him and our Heavenly Father after this life on earth is done.

What does it mean to you to “abide” with Jesus? How does knowing that Jesus’ invitation is open to everyone bring you comfort or hope?

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