In ancient times a royal message or decree was marked by the seal of royalty. Wax was applied to the message and then the king would press his ring into the wax. The seal would ensure that the message was not tampered with and reflected the king’s true words and intentions.
We do something similar today with wills and other legal documents. The signing of the legal document is witnessed by observers, who also sign the document. Often a Notary Public then affixes their stamp and signature to the document, verifying the authenticity of the signers. The document then is held in safekeeping until needed. In the case of a will, at the death of the will owner, the will determines how property will be distributed.
Every believer in Jesus Christ also has an inheritance promised to them. Ephesians 1:13-14 says, “In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory.”
God has prepared an inheritance for us. He has done all the work to make a place for us with Him for eternity. He has readied the blessings of heaven in anticipation of our arrival. He has placed His unbreakable seal of the Holy Spirit upon us so that nothing can change His royal decree and our possession of the inheritance.
So the question remains, will you be there to take possession of the inheritance of the saints? Only those who have trusted in Jesus Christ for salvation and redemption will be invited.
Reluctant Retiree 