Why is it important to understand we are pilgrims in this world?
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Understanding we are pilgrims in this world helps Christians view their trials as temporary and maintain a focus on eternal life.
Recognizing ourselves as pilgrims is important for Christians because it shapes our worldview and response to life's challenges. As stated in Hebrews 11:13, those who embrace this identity are encouraged to seek a better, heavenly country. This perspective instills hope and a desire to live beyond the temporal struggles we face, reinforcing that our true identity lies in our relationship with Christ. It enables us to endure trials with the knowledge that we are not destined for this world but for eternal communion with God, who ultimately overcomes all obstacles in our paths.
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