2 Peter 3:10-13 But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything in it will be laid bare. Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to live holy and godly lives as you look forward to the day of God and speed its coming. That day will bring about the destruction of the heavens by fire and the elements will melt in heat. But keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness.

Observation: There is a day coming when we least expect it, a day that will sneak up on us like a thief. A day when everything will be laid bare and destroyed by fire. A dreadful day for some, but an awaited joyful day by others! In fact for those that love Christ we are encouraged to look forward to the event and speed its coming. We are to look forward to what might be considered the end of the world! however we know it is just the purification process, the labour pains that will bring forth a new heaven and earth. One that is no longer polluted by the stain of sin.

As we look forward to this day we are encouraged to live Holy & Godly lives on the journey. Why bother telling us that information unless it was pertinent to our preparation for the new heavens and new earth. One thing for sure is this, God is by far going to be the biggest offender when it comes to global warming and climate change!

Application: Knowing that this could take place at any moment; and that being prepared requires such qualities as holiness and godliness. It would serve me well to make the obtaining of these two qualities the highest priority of my life! Remember the new heavens and the new earth will only be the home of the righteous! I guess if you don't have the right ticket you miss out!

Prayer: Father help me to stay alert and not get distracted from the Holy Spirit's mission to train me in holiness and godliness. Prepare me for heaven by transforming me into the image of Jesus Christ here on this earth I pray. Amen!!

2 Peter 3:10-13