I have a confession: I love tangled. You know, that semi- new Disney movie that's really the Repunzel story? Yeah, I'm a fan. A big one. It is honestly one off favourite movies of all time... It's also really funny. Yesterday I was thinking about the way the movie ends- that's how much I love it, I even spend time thinking about it. Anyways, at the end the princess does return to her kingdom (sorry if I spoiled the ending) and everyone rejoices. Her father smiles and laughs... Everyone dances and sings because the kingdom is finally restored.
It got me thinking about our kingdom. The one that's heavenly and not earthly. The one that's forever. It got me thinking about our King. Our Abba. Our Father. The One who reigns and rules on His throne. And I realized something: we have a good, good King, and because of that, we will always have a reason to rejoice. There may be enemies and foes, but we have a king who protects our walls and while He's at it, protects our hearts. He is wise and He knows what is best for us and that's what He gives us. He will send armies and angels to fight for us and protect us. He loves us deeply. There is no injustice or evil in Him. He has got nothing but goodness and love for His people. Outside of His walls and Kingdom is a terrifying, dark place. But inside of them you can be assured that you are safe. Once you enter, nothing can rip you away from Him. Nothing. Even if tests and trials come you can have peace because you know the King. He will take care of you and provide for you. He welcomes you into His castle with open arms because once you trust Him, you'll be dressed in royal robes. Your entrance has nothing to do with you& everything to do with the prince- His Son. His Son has removed the barrier, blasted through what used to seperate you& the king. And now you're welcomed in. So come in, won't you? Don't walk around the dark, scary world. Come on into the light. Come where there is hope and peace and joy. Joy so abundant it'll leave you breathless. Come meet the King. He's waiting for you. Don't you want to meet Him? He's royal and good and loving. He'll get up and run to you when He sees you at the gate. He'lol throw a party for you. He'll dress you in royal robes. You can come in& talk to Him. You can sit at His feet. You can laugh with Him. Once you come in, you'll never want to leave. You'll be safe and secure in this Kingdom. Oh, life may still be scary and hard and heartbreak still exists, by your soul wil have a reason to rejoice because you will be beside and with and hand in hand with a good, good King.