Ephesians 2:4-7 — “But God, being rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our transgressions, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.”

History is being made all around us. But sometimes we get a front row seat for the events. Recently I had the privilege of attending the swearing in for Ohio’s new governor, Mike DeWine.

We and a few other friends all squeezed into the DeWines’ personal party barn where at midnight we witnessed the private but official proceedings. The beautiful snowy setting and warm interior of the small but lovely gathering room set the stage for the evening’s events.

Photographers focused on center stage while the rest of us found a place to sit or stand in the back of the room. At 11:55 p.m. we were given instructions and promptly at midnight the ceremony began. We all watched as history was being made before our eyes.

I loved seeing the DeWine family – including children, grandchildren and even the family dog – enjoy the ceremony from an upfront vantage point. All of these participated by standing around their father and grandfather as he took on this important government position.

During your lifetime you may also get the opportunity to experience something of such great significance. But even if you don’t, you don’t need to feel deprived. There is an even better honor awaiting God’s children.

God made it possible for any who ask to become His child. And there are many benefits to being in His family. He gives new life in Christ, shows us a better way to live and showers us with the riches of His grace.

The Bible also says that our Father seats us with Himself in the heavenly places. We are invited to come for a front-row view of all His eternal blessings.

Our Father is not just the governor, but the King of the world. His mighty government of peace will never end. He rules with love and power. He is the One who writes history, and He invites us, His children, to take part from our front-row seats.

I am still overwhelmed by all I got to participate in the other night. For all who didn’t get to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Ohio’s new governor, keep in mind that you have another amazing opportunity available.

God wants you to be His child. All you have to do is ask. Then you can receive His limitless blessings, and you will be invited to share the front row in heaven.

Sandra Sheridan is a Midwest wife and mother of five. She shares her messages to her children with Farm World. Visit her at www.VersesFromMama.com