There’s Really No Place Like Home
After 18 unforgettable days exploring London, Scotland, Ireland, and beyond, Carl and I finally arrived home to Austin just before midnight, last night.
Our flight was delayed. Our luggage took its own extended vacation and did not arrive with us. But none of that could diminish the joy in our hearts.
At Heathrow Airport, I snapped a picture of the sign that read, “Welcome to the United Kingdom.” It was exciting when we arrived.
But after all the castles, cathedrals, cruise ports, and countless memories, nothing compared to seeing the words in our home town “Welcome to the United States of America”.
Don’t get me wrong — we loved every minute of our adventure. We saw God’s fingerprints everywhere — in emerald hills, soaring cathedrals, kind strangers, and sweet moments together.
But home is special.
Home is where familiar pillows await.
Home is where the people we love gather.
Home is where our hearts exhale and says, “Thank God, we’re home.”
Life is much the same.
We all experience delays, detours, and seasons when our “baggage” seems lost. But God never loses track of us.
“They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.” Isaiah 40:31
And one day, after all the journeys of this life, every believer will hear the sweetest words ever spoken: “Welcome Home!”
A good old gospel song says what I feel…..
“What a day that will be — when my Jesus I shall see.
When I look upon His face — the One Who saved me by His grace.
When He takes me by the hand, and leads me to the Promise Land.
What a day — glorious day that will be!
Until then, let’s treasure every adventure, trust God in every delay, and hold our loved ones close.
Because while this world offers breathtaking places to explore, there is truly no place like home!