Paul speaks of our earthly body and our future, glorified resurrection body as two different types of dwelling places. The earthly body is just a "tent": temporary, easily damaged, and not always comfortable. We might groan because of the many pains and inconveniences of living in such a flimsy dwelling. The real difficulty of life in this tent is being away from the Lord. But we can be confident, knowing that we have a permanent home with the Lord waiting for us. In the resurrection, we will not be disembodied but have a new body that is like a glorious permanent home. The Spirit tells us in our inner person that this is what we are made for (5).

Knowing this, we can live with great confidence (6). Since we have a better home, we don't have to worry too much about our comfort here but can focus on pleasing the Lord. God's judgment is just, based on what we do with what God has given to us in this life (10).


Application: Father, thank you for the promise of an eternal house in heaven. Grant me confident faith so I can live courageously for you in this body.
One Word: Confidently serving the Lord