Today's passage is a glimpse into part of what was revealed to John of the age to come in heaven. This passage shows how God as the Bridegroom welcomes in His bride--the new Jerusalem, the Church. This prophesy echos what Isaiah foretold centuries earlier, in Isaiah 25:6-9. God will complete His restorative work, completely removing that which is fallen and making new all that which He originally called good, that there will be only goodness again. This tender, intimate healing process is one we see glimpses of even now. What a beautiful picture of our loving God. May the word of God comfort and encourage you with "strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow" (Chisholm).

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