The other day, in the grocery store, I told a grocery clerk that I had really good news for her. I said, ” 2020 ends in two days.” She sighed and said despondently, “Yeah.” I am not sure that I cheered her up.
It’s probably because my comment reflected a rather negative outlook by focusing on the bad year of 2020. I really don’t know if 2021 will bring better times. I sure hope and pray that it does. I also pray that you will have a good year, more than the casual “Happy New Year” greeting suggests.
Selfishly, I also look forward to a year of blessings for my family and me. But I am more encouraged and excited about the eternal blessings God has in store for me and all those who believe in Him. The book of Revelations in the Bible speaks of the end times and eternity. God promises a new heaven and a new earth, where “He will wipe away every tear from their (his people) eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore.” And then God says, “Behold, I am making all things new.” God’s people will dwell in this new creation and in His presence forevermore.
So no matter what happens in 2021, I know that a glorious future awaits me and all those who trust in God. I hope to see you there.
Reluctant Retiree 