For, behold, I create new heavens and a new earth: and the former shall not be remembered, nor come into mind. But be ye glad and rejoice for ever in that which I create: for, behold, I create Jerusalem a rejoicing, and her people a joy. And I will rejoice in Jerusalem, and joy in my people: and the voice of weeping shall be no more heard in her, nor the voice of crying. There shall be no more thence an infant of days, nor an old man that hath not filled his days: for the child shall die an hundred years old; but the sinner being an hundred years old shall be accursed. And they shall build houses, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards and eat the fruit of them. They shall not build, and another inhabit; they shall not plant, and another eat: for as the days of a tree are the days of my people, and mine elect shall long enjoy the work of their hands. They shall not labour in vain, nor bring forth for trouble; for they are the seed of the blessed of the Lord, and their offspring with them. And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. The wolf and the lamb shall feed together, and the lion shall eat straw like the bullock: and dust shall be the serpent's meat. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain, saith the Lord. (Isaiah 65:17-25)
Isaiah 67:17-25 paints a poetic picture, describing a future where all the junk and pain and problems from the past are forgotten. Take a moment and picture the city as Isaiah described it - Jerusalem, filled with joy as the people there seem to live in a constant state of celebration.
God Himself even gets in on the excitement, rejoicing over His people! Beyond the celebratory nature of what life will be like, there is also a change in what to expect. Isaiah said there will be no more crying or weeping. All the drama has been silenced. People will enjoy life without sweat and toil. This isn’t some childish fantasy or fairy tale. It’s God’s plan. If you’re going through some difficulties today, let Isaiah’s imagery remind you that this is your future. Regardless of how bad it may get, know that God’s future for you is only good!
Practical Application
When you are going through difficult moments, remember that this is only temporary. God has planned on you enjoying eternity with Him!