An amazing sight to us all during the recent war in the Persian Gulf was the abundance of yellow ribbons on display across the United States. They could be seen tied to trees, telephone poles, fenceposts, road signs, porch railings, and hanging on doors as a sign of love, support and welcome home to those who were serving our country.

Events around us are pointing to the near return of the Lord Jesus for His blood-bought children. What sort of message are we conveying to Him concerning His "homecoming"? When he looks in our hearts (as only He can), does He see "yellow ribbons" of welcome? Have we grown cold or indifferent to the truth of His second coming?

One ribbon manufacturer interviewed during the conflict said that in a normal year his company would make five million yards of yellow ribbon. This year, however, they made fifty million yards to meet the demand. Oh that the desire to see our blessed Lord would be increased tenfold!