When Celestial Feels Far: Finding Heaven in the Everyday

July 10, 2025•2 min read

Have you ever read Doctrine and Covenants 76 and quietly wondered, Am I really becoming that kind of person? The kind who will receive celestial glory?

I have.

More than once.

Sometimes it creeps in on the days when I’m behind on everything, when my scripture study feels shallow, when I lose my temper right before family prayer. It’s not that I don’t believe in heaven. I do. It’s just that on certain days, it feels really far away from the messy, imperfect life I’m living right now.

But something shifted this morning as I read those verses again.

Instead of reading them like a list of qualifications, as if heaven were some gated community with an intimidating application process...I slowed down. I looked not just at what God expects from us, but what He has already done for us. What He is still doing, even now.

And I saw something I hadn’t noticed before.

He is the one who receives us.

He is the one who makes us clean.

He is the one who prepares the glory and welcomes us into it.

It’s not just about whether we’re worthy of celestial glory, it’s about a God who is committed to helping us become the kind of people who desire it, and little by little, choose it.

And maybe that’s why our efforts matter so much to Him.

Not because they’re polished or impressive, but because they come from love. From desire. From a place of trust that keeps turning back to Him.

When I think about celestial glory now, I don’t picture something sparkly or unattainable. I picture a quiet strength. A kind of love that shows up in everyday decisions.

Like choosing patience when I want to snap.

Or saying sorry first.

Or opening my scriptures when I don’t feel like it... just to see what’s waiting for me there. Because something is ALWAYS waiting for me, especially on these kinds of day.

Maybe celestial glory isn’t reserved for someday.

Maybe it’s something we grow into by the way we live our daily lives, with grace, with hope, with the Savior beside us, whispering, “Keep going. I’m making something glorious in you.”

And maybe, just maybe, that’s enough.

Even today.

Especially today.

Amber Insera

Hi there, I’m Amber—the voice behind this blog. I’m a seeker, a listener, and someone who loves helping others find deeper connection and meaning in the everyday moments of life. I believe that God is present in all our moments, even the quiet, messy ones, and that our growth often happens in the places we least expect. Whether it’s through a whisper, a feeling, or an unexpected pause, I’m constantly learning to tune in and recognize His presence, even in the chaos of life. When I’m not writing, you’ll likely find me exploring new ideas, spending time with my family, or just reflecting on the ways I can grow and help others do the same. I’m passionate about faith, growth, and helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with grace, honesty, and a whole lot of heart. I’m so glad you’re here. I hope my words offer some peace, encouragement, and a sense of connection as you journey through your own path.

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