How would you describe the behavior of a Christian who identifies more with his present homeland than his heavenly one? Have you ever caught yourself doing this? What has to happen to get our spiritual priorities straight?
A "Christian" who more easily identifes with this present home should wonder if they truly are a Christian. A Christian who is of this world, and does not repent or change his/her ways, is not truly Christ-like. I have caught myself acting and thinking of this world, but it takes more time in the Word, in prayer, and in church. I am not perfect but have learned to quickly repent if I find myself (with the Holy Spririt's nudgings) being of this world. It has taken some time, but I have learned that being of this world is to be independent of God in attitude and deed. To truly identify with heaven, i need to be fully dependent on God and realize that I am made for His glory and purpose, not my own. I disagree with some posts that say it is spirtual immaturity. I know new Christians who have a better and more excited view of heavenly living than some who have been supposed Christians for years. I believe it has to do with the state of our heart and its desires, for what is in the heart will come out. Remember that even those who do the Christian deeds may not always be true believers. Even Jesus has said, in Matthew 7:21-23 "...not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father, which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? And in thy name have cast out devils? And in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity." My desire is to not only appear to be a good Christian but to be one whose actions are motivated by a desire to please God, my Father.