The study of the "eternal state” is rightly seen as a sort of subdivision of the greater study of eschatology, or the doctrine of last things. Believers will be worshipping the Lord in Spirit and in Truth. The Tribulations-saints did that up there pre-Second Coming, and now more in their resurrected glorified bodies along with the 24 elders. The archangels with 12 legions (Matthew 26:53), and the four living creatures (who are angels) are worshipping too.
Q: "All things new, or the same old self, old nature, and old moldy sins? Which will you go with? Some sins were perhaps fun for a season, but now no more! Please learn to hate sin and love God. Do you want new life or old - what will it be for you? Accept or reject or put the decision off.. what will you say to Jesus?
Is It True For Believers, That Eden Will One Day Be Restored? Yes." ~ Kurt v. S. (read more on this article)
Is It True For Believers, That Eden Will One Day Be Restored? Yes." ~ Kurt v. S. (read more on this article)
The Bible says, "By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt: for he had respect unto the recompence of the reward." Hebrews 11:24-26 kjv
On what's ahead, it would appear that the righteous-dead (believers who sleep, including those who were killed during the 7 tribulation years.. they don't get raised physically until the second coming of Christ. Because the Bible describes them as reigning with Him for a thousand years after recieving their glorified bodies. But then the wicked dead (unbelievers), get raised at the end of the millennium.The souls of those saints under the altar in heaven, who got killed/beheaded/martyred who are crying out to God for justice, well this group will accumulate into a great swollen crowd up there with good angels, with the four creatures (other angels), with the 24 elders..they are all worshiping the Lord around the throne.The 144,000 Jewish evangelists on earth will preach the gospel to those of the nations during the tribulation years. There will be an international Awakening on earth that also revives believers. Yes, during the tribulation, spawning massive revival among the believers here on earth. An angel will fly through midheaven preaching too. Two witnesses will also preach the gospel, and then be slain, and then be physically resurrected.You know how Israel basically failed to recognize their Messiah the first time Jesus visited after being born of a virgin here. They failed to become the blessing to all the nations in a witnessing sense the first time Jesus visited.. for the most part, but Israel will indeed succeed the second time during those tribulation years (evangelizing) and many from dif people groups will turn to God and be saved (as well as killed, some of them).It will be the best of times during the very worst of times on earth.Listen, there will be no unbelievers entering into the millennial Kingdom initially (I mean entering that thousand year reign here. Some people will actually make it all the way through those tribulation years).Some people will be born on earth, then they'll grow up, and then some of them will reject Christ during those thousand years here on earth. People will marry and live really long typically here.There will be a physical resurrection at the time of Christ's Second Coming (for the righteous dead. It doesn't appear that way for the wicked Dead at that time). It appears there'll be a physical resurrect again at the end of the millennium before the Eternal State (with New heavens and new Earth). God told Abraham he'd bless him and make him a blessing for the nations. God blessed and will bless Israel, and He'll curse those peoples who curse the Jews.
The Eternal State: A Believer's Glorious Future with God
From the dawn of time, God has had this in mind. His plan has been unfolding toward a climactic, glorious end together with humans—an eternal state where His people will worship and dwell with Him forever.
Yes, the Bible speaks of a new heaven and a new earth, a realm untouched by sin, anxiety, sorrow, sickness, disease, and death. This is not a dream, not a metaphor, but a reality as certain as the resurrection of Christ.
A World Made New By The Lord
You see how the world we know is broken, is fractured. By what? It's by sin’s curse from Adam and Eve's choices. We've of course sinned as well! Every tear, every loss, every pain is a reminder to us.. that this is not our permanent home. This is not how things were meant to be from the start.
But God has promised us new life, new bodies, a new heaven, and a new earth. Yes, with total renewal here. The old order of things will pass away, and in its place, a new creation with deep fellowship will emerge—pure, radiant, and bursting with life for Christian believers.
"Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the old heaven and the old earth had disappeared. And the sea was also gone. And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven like a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, 'Look, God’s home is now among his people! He will live with them, and they will be his people. God himself will be with them. He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.' And the one sitting on the throne said, 'Look, I am making everything new!' And then he said to me, 'Write this down, for what I tell you is trustworthy and true.'" Revelation 21:1-5 nlt
The New Jerusalem, the very dwelling place of God, will descend from heaven downward, and God will live here among His people. No separation (we can stay close to God now in Christ). No more longings. No more unanswered prayers, pains or trials. We've just been passing through, but the redeemed will finally be Home together.
No More Tears, No More Death
Right now, we walk through life with aches, pains, sorrow, and scars. We bury loved ones. We feel really sad at times and mourn. We suffer. But in the eternal state, every pain and wound—physical, emotional, and spiritual—will be fixed. We all will be healed. We might arrive weeping, but God Himself will wipe away every tear from our eyes.
The Bible tells us this. "He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever." Revelation 21:4 nlt
We've had enemies, the fleshly nature, demons, the corrupt world system.. ourselves at times. The final enemy, death, will be utterly destroyed. No more graves will be dug or filled. No more funerals will be held. The shadow of deep sorrow will never darken our eternity.
A Life of Glory and Joy is Ahead for those in Christ
Eternity will not be at all dull, like some lame subquality endless existence—it is vibrant, full of purpose, excitement, exploration, truth, love, joy, and great delight. Togetherness instead of loneliness. May I say it again? We will be with and see Jesus face to face (Revelation 22:4). We will all out worship Him with a depth of joyful happiness far beyond anything we’ve ever known, and we'll serve Him with an energy that never fades at all.
You've at times had some physical problems on earth -- well not more in your new body.
We will each have important stuff to do -- we'll reign with Christ -- not as bone-weary workers, but as joyful co-heirs, entrusted with meaningful duties and roles in His Kingdom where He's first -- it's all about Him, His will, and His righteousness.
"But we are looking forward to the new heavens and new earth he has promised, a world filled with God’s righteousness." 2 Peter 3:13 nlt
"And there will be no night there—no need for lamps or sun—for the Lord God will shine on them. And they will reign forever and ever." Revelation 22:5 nlt
Our Bodies Were So Flawed, but Now We're Perfected in Body, Mind and Spirit
We of course won't have diety. He is God, we are still not. We will not be floating around on clouds as whispy vapors—mere spirits with ghostly figures—we will have our resurrected bodies, perfectly designed for this new reality (Muse long on 1 Corinthians 15:42-44 and take the time to let in the WONDER of it all).
No sickness, no fatigue, no weakness—only strength, vitality, and wholeness for His glory. Our minds will be sharp, our judgment good, our hearts pure, our desires in perfect alignment with God’s Spirit and will. Every moment will be filled with unshakable peace, comfort, and endless discovery of God’s goodness.
God's Agape -- A Love That Never Ends
The greatest joy of the eternal state after the Great Tribulation years will not really be about the splendor of sights like golden streets or pearly gates, but the presence of God Himself in our midst.
Deeper and more satisfying than any earthly relationship, fuller, wider, higher stronger than any experience we’ve ever known, our fellowship with the Father, The Son and the Spirit will be wonderful -- unbroken and overflowing. He could describe the JOY!
The Omnipresent Holy Spirit of love will surround us, will fill us, will guide us, and sustain us forever in the eternal state.
Promises Have Been Made, And All His Promises Have Been Kept. He Never Breaks One. The Final Fulfillment Is There With Our King
Since the time of the fall of man (Adam and Eve blowin' it in the garden), history has been groaning for this moment—the full redemption of God's creation.
The Bible says, "For we know that all creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time. And we believers also groan, even though we have the Holy Spirit within us as a foretaste of future glory, for we long for our bodies to be released from sin and suffering. We, too, wait with eager hope for the day when God will give us our full rights as his adopted children,[a] including the new bodies he has promised us." Romans 8:22-23 nlt
At last, the curse of sin will be completely gone.
"No longer will there be a curse upon anything. For the throne of God and of the Lamb will be there, and his servants will worship him." Revelation 22:3 nlt
No more hubris, arrogance, stupid stubbornness, no sin, no more foolish rebellion—only holiness, worship, humble obedience -- only peace with God and the peace of God. You'll be more you than you've ever been before. The purpose for which we were made will be realized: to intimately know, to please, to glorify God enjoying Him as the bride's perfect groom forever.
Why should we give you mere wishful thinking? No, this is the unshakable promise of God's inerrant word. There's a real world.. perhaps fairly close now.. beyond our wildest imagination. There a future that's been secured by the blood of Christ on a lonely cross, a real home of harmony where love (God is love) reigns and joy never ceases.
Hey Sport, this eternal state is coming soon, and for those who belong to Jesus via regeneration by faith, it will be beyond anything we could ever hope for—ever hope for ..forever. Attainable by His power.
I want some distilled Bible thoughts of truth regarding this.. from meditation upon the verses. The biblical teaching on the eternal state with clarity, reverence, and excitement is there for us. Pray and read through some more, yes all the counsels.. all the way through the Book. This state ahead remains true to Scripture, so read the Word. God will engage any praying reader’s imagination and heart. He's no respecter of persons (meaning He doesn't really play favorites. All believers remain his very favorites).
On-fire Jews will be Preaching the Gospel
A Glorious Harvest and The Greatest of Awakening is Ahead: Millions--A Multitude will be Getting Saved During The Tribulation in the Revelation
"After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands. 10 And they were shouting with a great roar, “Salvation comes from our God who sits on the throne and from the Lamb!” 11 And all the angels were standing around the throne and around the elders and the four living beings. And they fell before the throne with their faces to the ground and worshiped God. 12 They sang, “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and strength belong to our God forever and ever! Amen.” 13 Then one of the twenty-four elders asked me, “Who are these who are clothed in white? Where did they come from?” 14 And I said to him, “Sir, you are the one who knows.” Then he said to me, “These are the ones who died in[a] the great tribulation. They have washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb and made them white. 15 “That is why they stand in front of God’s throne and serve him day and night in his Temple. And he who sits on the throne will give them shelter. 16 They will never again be hungry or thirsty; they will never be scorched by the heat of the sun. 17 For the Lamb on the throne will be their Shepherd. He will lead them to springs of life-giving water. And God will wipe every tear from their eyes.'" Revelation 7:9–17 nlt
We believers have often be though of as a small flock compared to those lost on the broad way.
Here we catch a view of what's ahead, a breathtaking glimpse of God’s ultimate plan—a Worldwide Awakening with Revival for saints. A huge harvest of souls in such a brief time, that surpasses all Spiritual Awakenings in human history. This passage portrays a vast, indescribable multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language, gathered before God’s throne and the Lamb, united in worship and gratitude. They have emerged from the great tribulation, and guess what.. their robes have been cleansed by the precious blood of Christ, symbolizing the profound transformation that only God’s saving grace can bring. Blood doesn't normally make clothes white, but Christ's blood makes us clean before the Father.
For centuries, Christians have longed for such an Awakening with revival. We've been praying earnestly for this and the salvation of friend's souls and, an outpouring of God’s Spirit like never before. He's into saving. We serve a Savior who loves to save people.
"The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent." 2 Peter 3:9
"This is good and pleases God our Savior, who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth." 1 Timothy 2:3–4 nlt
The whole panoply of Scripture loudly reminds us that God’s heart is to save those who need saving ..yes, all who are willing to repent and be saved.
His promise on this has echoed throughout the entire Bible. From God’s faithful Covenant with Abraham to the proclamation of the Great Commission—reveals that God’s saving work spans a lot of time, both for Israel and for the Gentile nations. His plan has always been inclusive: to bless all families of the earth through the redemptive work of Christ.
It's as broad a small gate and as broad a narrow road as is appropriate.
"Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." Matthew 7:13-14 niv
Reread Revelation 7 for this stands in stark contrast to the chaos of the Antichists' end times. While the world endures the fury of demonic power and wrath poured out, and war, and famine, and natural disasters, a divine rescue plan unfolds.
There will be such great mercy and grace during the very worst of times.
Amid this complete turmoil here on earth, God’s remnant people—both the sealed 144,000 from the tribes of Israel and the countless Gentiles—are gathered unto God by faith in Jesus. They accumulate under the alter in heaven, the group grows larger as believers are beheaded on earth.
They are not merely a symbolic representation of the saved; they are a real, triumphant multitude worshipping in heaven, celebrating their salvation and eternal fellowship with the Lord. The angels are so curious and fascinated as they too worship God with these martyrs dressed in white.
This vivid scene encapsulates God’s fantastic redemption: His promise to Israel, which will be fulfilled. The Jews will be spreading the Message, the angel midflight will be preaching up there, the 2 witnesses down here.
Witnesses will be praying.. will be boldly witnessing and millions of souls will be won! God's outreach to save people from all nations will be happening, as well as the fierce persecution towards them, as foretold in the Old Testament.
In heaven many tearful will be arriving, while every tear will then be wiped away, every sorrow will be replaced with joy, and every heart will be restored inside.
In essence, Revelation 7:9–17 is an exciting while tragic time, a hopefilled Awakening with glorious revival—a vivid portrayal of God’s unyielding desire to reach out, to save and to bless all humanity, even in the darkest times. Not all will be saved. Some people will come through the entire Tribulation with harder hearts and then be judged.
It is a vision that calls us to grasp hold of the Lord real tight, yes, to a more steadfast faith, urging us to be all in with the anticipation of an unending future where God is King. The Lord of love reigns supreme and every nation comes to know His saving power.
God's Spirit Can Highlight Biblical Endtimes Imagery To You
When I read Revelation 7, the Spirit basically crafts the evocative essence if you will, that distills the nuances of His gospel message into my mind.
I think about Israel's martyrs of real faith over the years, and the Church's martyrs who held tightly to Christ as well. Please be encouraged towards endurance by God's power. Go the distance in His presence, by prayer, by praise, by His purpose.
Gathered before God and the Lamb, countless souls will ascend in victory. God knows exactly how many during the tribulation years. Their white robes will shimmer with righteousness and celebration, and palm branches will be raised in exultation, embodying eternal triumph.
In Revelation 7, we witness a breathtaking and distinct scene: a vast multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and tongue gathered before God’s throne and the Lamb. This assembly is not some mere symbol but is real, is a diverse host of believers—both those from Israel and the nations—who have overcome persecution and death by remaining loyal to Jesus.
In stark contrast to the struggling and often faltering Church of John's time, this vision reveals a future where, despite the fierce tribulation years and the reign of evil here, God's saving power will bring an overwhelming victory for those with saving faith.
John, out exiled on Patmos and burdened by the dire messages to the churches (look at how many were not corrected), is astonished to see this countless crowd of Jews and Gentiles in heaven. While his letters warn of judgment and call for repentance, his vision also offers hope and exuberance. Here, the multitude is described as too vast to count—a number beyond human calculation, surpassing even the recorded figures of early revivals like those in Nineveh or later at Pentecost.
Distinctly, this group is marked not only by its immeasurable size but also by its group composition. The text underscores that every barrier has been broken: from every nation, every tribe, every people, and every tongue is represented. Glad about that!
Such a fourfold description—used repeatedly throughout Revelation—serves as a divine stamp ensuring that no nation is left out. This great harvest of souls, emerging from 7 years of severe persecution, includes not only the faithful martyrs (like those seen under the altar in Revelation 6, who cried out for justice) but also countless others who have embraced Christ amid overwhelming adversity.
The visual imagery obviously deepens the impact John felt. These redeemed souls are clothed in dazzling, brilliant white robes—a symbol of their righteousness in Jesus ..with an exaltating victory over sin. They hold palm branches in their hands, evoking the ancient symbols of great celebration, triumph, and deliverance reminiscent of Palm Sunday and the Feast of Tabernacles. Their attire and their celebratory instruments testify to their transformation from persecuted martyrs into victors who now stand in the glorious presence of God.
Positioned before the magnificent throne in heaven—a throne introduced in chapters 4 and 5—this multitude is no longer hidden under or mourning. They have emerged out from under the altar, where once they interceded with anguished cries for just vengeance against their persecutors, and now they raise their voices in a resounding anthem: “Salvation to our God who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.”
Their jubilant cry is not only a declaration of personal salvation but also a more universal proclamation of God's redemptive work, affirming that salvation belongs to all Gentiles or Jews who trust in Jesus.
This scene encapsulates a dual promise: the fulfillment of God's covenant with Israel and the vast, sweeping reach of His salvation to every corner of the Gentile world. Even as the forces of darkness unleash their fury, God's people—whether through miraculous means like with the two witnesses and the sealed 144,000 or as countless believers out on the go—will spread the everlasting gospel.
The victorious multitude is also a symbol of the final harvest of souls. It stands as a testament to the ultimate mercy of God, the triumph of the Church in Jesus -- a triumph shot that will echo through eternity.
In this vision, the oppressed become the exalted, the persecuted become the celebrated -- healed and appreciated. It is a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, God’s plan for salvation prevails, bringing forth a revival so grand that every nation, every tongue, and every tribe will one day cry out in unison: "Salvation to our God!"
