Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth (Revelation 21:1)
Revelation is a tough read. It seems like all the training in the world inevitably leads to the deep and popular theological musing echoed through time; “huh?” In this struggle, however, is some of the richest and most encouraging passages in the whole of Scripture. Perhaps nowhere is this more true than in chapter 21. It puts our struggle in focus and reinforces the idea of “not yet, but soon”.
The one saving grace of the election cycle we currently find ourselves is that it makes us long for more. We find that no matter the candidate or brand of government, our hope needs to rest elsewhere. In this election especially, we are forced to fix our eyes on the ultimate over the immediate. I believe Christ gives us passages like Revelation 21 to help us remember the ultimate end of time. That yes it will get worse, but He is coming back and when the final credits roll, we will understand. The author of Ecclesiastes reminds us that we have eternity in our hearts, and today I urge you to let that eternity drive you. Today is not the final chapter. We are future dwellers of a glorious lightthat will make all things new. Jesus is coming. Hold on.
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