Take a look around, now look inward.

For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. Meanwhile we groan, longing to be clothed instead with our heavenly dwelling . . . For we live by faith, not by sight. (2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 7)

Take a look around . . . . The world we live is broken. It is literally falling apart and no one can really do anything about it. No matter how we try . . . recycling, electric cars, all-natural products . . . we and the world are going to end one day! As we close in on death every day, so does this earth.

Now, look inward! Yet there is GOOD NEWS! The God who has my soul in His hands is still in control and not only does He is He preparing a new heaven and earth, but a new me as well!

He promises a great future for those who know Him as Lord and Savior. It is referred to as abundant life in John 10:10. Thought Satan would have us believe all is lost, trying to steal our joy and destroy our dreams, He is defeated. 

My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus blood and His righteousness. As I take a look around, things seem pretty bad. Yet I now look inward and trust the promises of God and keep my head up! It will all work our for my good . . . and yours too if you know Him. Live by faith . . . .