soul journey 
Introduction: A Hope That Holds Us
Life can be filled with joy, but also deep pain—grief, heartbreak, suffering, and loss. In the midst of it all, there is a promise in Scripture that reaches across time and speaks directly to our weariness:
“And I heard a loud voice from heaven saying, ‘Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He will dwell with them, and they shall be His people.
God Himself will be with them and be their God. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes;
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.’”
— Revelation 21:3–4 (NKJV)
These words aren’t just poetic—they are a divine promise about what’s to come. They are the heartbeat of hope for anyone who has ever walked through the valley of pain. Let’s explore what this beautiful vision means and how we can rest in its comfort today.
The Promise of God’s Presence
The first line of this passage reminds us: “God Himself will be with them…”
In this future reality, God is not distant, abstract, or veiled—He is with His people. Close, near, dwelling. The comfort comes not just from the absence of pain but from the fullness of His presence.
This echoes the heart of Psalm 34:18:
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
God’s nearness isn’t just a future hope—it’s a present comfort. But in eternity, that nearness will be unfiltered and forever.
The End of Pain as We Know It
“No more death. No more sorrow. No more crying. No more pain.”
What a stunning reversal of what this world is so full of. In this world, we lose people we love. We cry over disappointment, illness, anxiety, and injustice. We suffer silently and publicly. But in God’s future kingdom, these things will be gone—not managed, not hidden, but completely erased.
“He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord God will wipe away tears from all faces.”
— Isaiah 25:8
This isn’t denial—it’s a transformation. The things that weigh us down now are temporary. And knowing that, we can walk through them with hope.
The Passing of the Old
The phrase “for the former things have passed away” is key. This means everything broken—every form of pain, loss, sin, and injustice—is part of the old story, and God is writing something entirely new.
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.”
— 2 Corinthians 5:17
Even now, we begin to experience that transformation. But one day, it will be complete—not in part, but in full.
How We Can Draw Comfort Today
- We can grieve with hope.
Pain is real, but it is not final. When we face loss or suffering, we do not have to pretend we’re okay—but we can lean into the hope that this is not how the story ends. “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.” — Psalm 30:5 - We can live with perspective.
The troubles of today are not meaningless when we view them through the lens of eternity. “For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.” — 2 Corinthians 4:17 - We can look forward with joy.
Revelation 21:4 reminds us of a day when peace will be permanent, joy will be unshakable, and our tears will be wiped away—by God Himself. That is not just a future dream; it is a present anchor.
Final Thought:
Sometimes the world feels heavy. But Revelation 21:3–4 is God’s whispered reminder: “This is not forever. I am making all things new.”
So take heart. The tears you cry are seen. The pain you feel is not overlooked. And the future that awaits is brighter than you can imagine. Hold on to what is coming.
Until that day—walk in hope, cling to peace, and let the promise of no more tears carry you through.
