My dad never missed a birthday. He went to all of my swim meets. He was always there. At least until he got a new job. This job was in another state. We have to drive six hours every weekend to see each other. Because of this, he missed my birthday. He missed my sister getting her permit. He missed our band concerts.
Since the only time I get to see my dad is weekends, I miss out on a lot of things. Instead of going out with friends, I stay at home to see my dad. Because of the move, my sister and I did not even go out for swim team. Our lives have changed a lot in the past year.
For the first time in my life, my family wasn’t whole. It made feel like I didn’t have a home. Eventually, my mom, sister, and I will move up with my dad again. The city we are moving to is huge. Even when we do move back together, it still won't feel like home for awhile.
In John 14:2-3, Jesus said, “In my Father’s house, there are many rooms. I am going there to prepare a place for you. I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” This verse made me realize that I still have a home. Even though my family is separated, we will be together again.
In the verse right before, Jesus said, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in Me.” This verse is a comfort to me. It lets me know that God has a plan for me and my family. I know that I can trust in Him. I can trust that He will get my family back together again and give us a new home on earth and in heaven.
