Scripture

And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, ‘See, the home of God is among mortals. He will dwell with them; they will be his peoples, and God himself will be with them; he will wipe every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; mourning and crying and pain will be no more, for the first things have passed away.’ And the one who was seated on the throne said, ‘See, I am making all things new.’ Also he said, ‘Write this, for these words are trustworthy and true.’ (Revelation 21:3-5)

Reflection

It feels like we are living in a time of uncertainty; things feel unstable in so many areas of life. The wars in the Ukraine and the Middle East; threats by a number of nations; wondering how things will play out following the recent US Presidential election; not to mention our own recent General Election and Budget. We need something more certain in our lives right now; something that can never be taken away from us or threatened. We need it particularly as we gather once again at this time of Remembrance; remembering those who have fought and died for the security and peace of their generation and future generations of our country.

Here, in these words from the apostle John in his “revelation”, we have certainty and a firm foundation for life: “The home of God is among mortals” – He dwells with us. “He wipes away tears. Death will be no more.” “See, I am making all things new…..these words are trustworthy and true.” The worldly uncertainty may still be going on, but God is with us through it. Remember that as we remember those who have died for us.

Revd David Commander