Message from Scripture: 8/20/2021

 

Our message from Scripture today comes from Rev. 21:4: “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”

 

We live in a fallen world, a world filled with the consequences of sin. Sin has touched everyone’s life, as all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God (Rom. 3:23). We are impacted by our own sins, by the sins of others we may interact with, and sin as a general principle at work in the world since the time of Adam and Eve. Who is capable of tracing out every path it takes in our lives, of understanding all the sorrow it brings to life? For the Christians John was writing in Revelation, there was suffering for living the Christian life, whether in one’s life personally, or how persecution of others affected you emotionally.

 

So it is for us now as well. We may not be persecuted by others for our faith, but the influence of sin does impact us. Who hasn’t made sinful choices that later would be regretted? Who has not attended a funeral or memorial service and not felt the harsh feelings of losing a loved one? Who is not frustrated with how the world is, with sin governing so many people’s lives, and the effect that has for those simply seeking to do what’s right?

 

We must never forget, no matter how difficult our circumstances may be, God is still blessing us. In this life there is more than enough reasons for weeping, but we must remember we are looking toward heaven, where there will be no more tears. If we live for Christ, what we have sown in tears will bring joy in the end. Today, let’s go out to serve our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who was willing to suffer for us, that we might have the promise of something better tomorrow. God bless.

 

Robert