A World in Waiting

Christmas is not just a story about the past. It’s a promise about the future. Yes, Jesus has come. But he is also coming again. We live in that space between the “already” and the “not yet.”

Paul describes creation as groaning, waiting for restoration. And honestly, we feel it too. The pain, the injustice, the longing for things to be made right — it’s all real. But so is the hope.

Revelation gives us a glimpse of what’s coming: a new heaven, a new earth and a God who wipes away every tear. The One who came to us as a baby will return as King.

In the meantime, we wait — but not passively. We live with purpose, pointing others to the hope we’ve found in him.

Reflection Question:

How does the promise of Christ’s return give you perspective for today? What might he be asking you to focus on while you wait?

Prayer:

Lord, thank you for coming and for the promise that you’ll come again. Fill us with hope and help us live today with eternal perspective. While we wait, make us faithful. Amen.