And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18

Do you ever catch yourself reminiscing, your mind drifting back in time – thinking of “the good old days”? I do. If you don’t, you’re just not old enough yet. Just wait – you will.

It happens unexpectedly – memories brought back by a song or experience causing you to long for that time again. Maybe those memories are the antics or achievements of your youth. Maybe you have memories of the bygone glory of a professional peak. Mine are a little of each. (cue Bruce Springsteen … )

Glory Days. 

My mind knows it’s impossible to have any of that again, but my heart sometimes aches for the high times – causing me to wish I had enjoyed things more in the moment. The first friends who’ve moved on … infants that are now adults … those loved and lost … challenges faced and overcome … simple success of a job well done … fleeting spotlight moments and momentary accolades. 

Glory Days.

In our lifetime, we journey through different stages. When we leave one, we cross into the next leaving behind what we will later call Glory Days. 

As we grow and mature entering each new season (so to speak), it’s easy to get stuck reliving those Glory Days gone by making it hard to see those high times that surely lie ahead – those we have yet to experience.

Today, if you’re stuck thinking all those Glory Days are over and done – remember those moments aren’t one and done. No matter what stage of life you are in now, there are more of those memorable moments ahead. If you can’t see more of the great things for which you are destined, pray and ask God what He has in store for you next. 

Turn to the scriptures and be reminded that the ultimate glory days are ahead. One day, we will reach the final stop on our journey through time and bask in the ultimate glory God has planned for us. Then, all those times from the past for which we have longed will pale in comparison. 

Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?” John 11:40

He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thessalonians 2:14