Episode 16 — Home: Untethered, Adopted, and Learning to Belong

We explore the ache for home and the better belonging Jesus gives—now in His people and forever in His presence. Ephesians 1:5 says we are adopted through Christ. Ephesians 2:19 says we are no longer strangers but members of God’s household. John 14:2–3 says Jesus prepares a place for us. Hebrews 13:14 says we have no lasting city here, and Philippians 3:20 says our citizenship is in heaven. Psalm 68:6 says God sets the lonely in families.

Brian shares his story of feeling untethered, self-destructing, and then being called home by Jesus—reframing “home” as a Presence and a people, not just an address.

Sip Size Q&A:

Question: “I feel restless and homesick. Would moving fix it—or is something deeper going on?”

Often the ache is about Presence more than place. Hebrews 13:14 says we have no lasting city here; Philippians 3:20 says our citizenship is in heaven. Start by seeking Christ’s peace where you are, practicing belonging in His household (Ephesians 2:19). If, after prayer and wise counsel, a move is right, go sent—carry your church habits, serving posture, and adoption identity with you.

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Counselor’s Corner — Practicing Home Here while Longing for Home There:

This week we’re learning how to live rooted and ready—rooted enough to build real belonging where God has planted us, and ready because our deepest home is with Jesus.

Rehearse adoption daily: Ephesians 1:5 and 1 John 3:1 say you belong—pray it in.
Plant at the table: Acts 2:46 says share meals with glad hearts—choose one regular table this week.
Serve where you’re planted: Galatians 6:10 says do good, especially to the household of faith.
Name the ache, aim it heavenward: Psalm 90:1 says the Lord is our dwelling place—turn restlessness into prayer.
Build small “home” habits: Colossians 3:14 says put on love—practice hospitality, shared walks, or a weekly prayer rhythm.

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