Have you ever wondered what Heaven will be like? As we read what the Bible has to say about Heaven we see that what Heaven currently looks like is different than the future Heaven we so long for. To be sure, the current Heaven where all of the saints who have gone before us currently are, is paradise and is filled with God's presence. He has something even better planned for when Jesus returns and ushers in the NEW Heaven and the NEW Earth, though, and His Word gives us an exciting glimpse into what this redeemed world looks like...and it is very good!
There is a human tendency to be overwhelmed by fear of loss, even in moments of deep love and gratitude. We often focus on the temporary nature of earthly joys, constantly worried about losing what we cherish.
However, Paul reminds us that our "earthly tent" is being dismantled, not for ultimate loss, but to be replaced by a "building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." We are called to groan not with regret for what is passing, but with anticipation for the glorious permanence that awaits.
God is a giver, not a taker. He sent His Son, the greatest treasure of heaven to take on the form of a temporary tent so that He could offer us a permanent building with Him for all eternity. We are given the Holy Spirit as a guarantee that all of God's promises are true. So, love the good things in this world with open hands, knowing that any loss is simply a precursor to something infinitely greater.
