Read: Revelation 21:1–12 | Listen: Revelation 21

And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God.” Revelation 21:3

John, the last surviving apostle, is exiled on the island of Patmos for his faith. There, Jesus gives him a vision to carry back to the churches, including a picture of what awaits everyone who believes in him. John sees a new heaven and a new earth. The Holy City comes down, dressed like a bride prepared for her husband (Revelation 21:2). A voice announces that God himself will live among his people forever. Death, mourning, crying, and pain will all be gone, because the old order of things will have passed away (Revelation 21:4). This isn’t a vague wish. It’s a guaranteed, promised future for all who trust in Jesus.

We know what it means to endure hard seasons while hoping for something better. Paul understood that tension from a prison cell, writing that to depart and be with Christ is “better by far” (Philippians 1:23). Whatever we carry—broken bodies, strained relationships, financial stress, exhausting work—will not follow us into eternity. For those who believe in Jesus, even the best this life offers can’t compare to what’s coming. And for Christians, this life, however hard, is the worst it will ever be.

TODAY: Respond to this powerful promise with worship. Join Ada Bible Worship as they sing “Echo Holy.” Let the words draw you into the awe and wonder of the home awaiting you in heaven: “Majesty before my eyes. I’ll let it take my breath away.”