I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and so had the sea. Then I saw New Jerusalem, the holy city, coming down from God in heaven. It was like a bride dressed in her wedding gown and ready to meet her husband.
I heard a loud voice shout from the throne:
God's home is now with his people. He will live with them, and they will be his own. Yes, God will make his home among his people. He will wipe all tears from their eyes, and there will be no more death, suffering, crying, or pain. These things of the past are gone forever.
Revelation 21:1-4
Death, suffering, crying and pain are destined to be destroyed. These earmarks of humanity after the fall of man in the Garden of Eden are going to meet their demise.
Death itself is the most troubling. For those who have no hope of Heaven the fear of death controls their entire existence here on earth. Holding on to life on this earth becomes the ultimate goal for those who have no hope of a life beyond this one.
Suffering, crying and pain are all part of the human experience and are the most difficult to live with. Much of the medical profession is dedicated to relieving suffering and eliminating pain. But even that pursuit, which has a noble intent can end with addiction to drugs and even more suffering, crying and pain.
Just stop and think about Heaven where there will be no more death. You will never get word in Heaven that a loved one has died! There will also be no suffering, crying or pain. "These things of the past will be gone forever."
"Lord Jesus, what must it have been like for You to leave Heaven and come to this earth where there is death, suffering, crying and pain. Lord, Your Word says that even You cried when Lazarus died. Thank You Jesus that those things are going away, and You are coming. Come quickly Lord. Amen."
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