Theme: Homeward - led by faith en route to our heavenly homeland
To help you prepare your heart and mind for the day, our speakers have suggested some scripture passages and book recommendations for pre-reading. These passages focus on living as “pilgrims on earth,” keeping a heavenly perspective, and applying faith in our daily lives.
Tips for your pre-reading:
Take a few minutes each day to read the suggested passages.
Reflect on the questions and consider journaling your thoughts.
Discuss the readings with a friend or small group if you like.
Pray for God to help you apply the pilgrim mindset in your daily life.
Session 1: Thinking By Faith
Speaker: Rev. Pot
Focus: Understanding Hebrews 11 and the mindset of living as pilgrims who long for a heavenly homeland.
Key Scriptures:
Hebrews 11:1,6 – The nature of faith
Hebrews 11:8-10; 11:13-16 – Abraham’s example of faith
Psalms 121–134 – The pilgrim motif in the Old Testament
1 Peter 1:3-5; 2:11-12 – The pilgrim motif in the New Testament
Philippians 3:20 – Living as pilgrims today
Reflection Questions:
What does it mean to see yourself as a pilgrim on earth?
How can the patriarchs of faith inspire your perspective and choices today?
Session 2: Living By Faith
Speaker: Rev. Hagg
Focus: Applying the pilgrim mindset to everyday life – how to live as a heavenly citizen while serving faithfully in our homes, families, and communities.
Key Scriptures:
Psalm 90:1; Deuteronomy 33:27; 1 John 4:15-16; Romans 8:9-11 – God as our present dwelling place
Hebrews 11 – Faith shaping behaviour
Philippians 3:12-21; Titus 2:11-14 – Living as heavenly citizens
Colossians 3:1-21 – Practical applications for life and home
John 14:2-3; 1 Peter 5:6-11; Revelation 21–22 – Our final hope
Reflection Questions:
In what ways does seeing God as your “home” change your daily priorities?
How might this pilgrim mindset influence your relationships, family life, and service to others?
Additional resources
Ready for the Rapture – Devotional about the coming of the Lord, by Clarence Stam
The Most Important Place on Earth, by Robert Wolgemuth