Revelation 22:2

We tend to imagine the beauty and wonder of the New Heavens and New Earth at an individual or personal level. But just as sin brought disaster, not just on individuals, but on the whole world, so the whole world will experience the healing benefits of being finally in the presence of God for eternity. The first couple was banned from touching the tree of life after they sinned so that they would not live physically on earth forever in a fallen state. But all that is reversed in the new Jerusalem. As we have seen nations at war with one another throughout history, so we will see God bring healing and unity to all peoples as we enter into His perfect presence for all eternity. It’s hard to imagine, but it’s all part of the eternal promises of God!

PRAY: Lord, sometimes it’s hard to even watch the news because of all the devastation and war around the world. Thank you that one day You will bring an end to all that! The bumper sticker that says, “Imagine world peace” is actually going to happen. Not because we can pull it off Lord, but because You will accomplish this when You restore us and remove sin from the equation. Thank You Jesus! Amen.