“And he who was seated on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.’ Also he said, ‘Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.'” – Revelation 21:5
For followers of Jesus, we have this wonderful comfort! Jesus will make ALL things new! The disasters, devastation, destruction, and death we see so often today will pass away and the earth will be made new by King Jesus. The bad news will stop and the only news will be good news. In Christ, there is so much hope to encourage us, even when we’ve grown completely weary of this broken world.
The devastating effects of mankind’s fall into sin will one day be completely reversed. The curse will be no more. All will be as God made it to be. There will be no more sickness, weakness, suffering, or death. There will be no more beauty marred by evil, hatred, horror, cruelty, selfishness, or greed. There will simply be beauty in creation and the beauty of the Creator Who will be present with us in His creation.
These promises are certain. The words of Jesus are trustworthy and true. If Jesus is your Lord, then this future is yours! Rejoice in your forever future as you prepare to turn your calendar to a new year.