God’s purpose for humankind is not destruction but recreation (Is 6:17; 66:22; Rev 21,22). He will purify the heavens and earth and will then create them anew. We can joyously look forward to the restoration of God’s good world. We should not become lazy and complacent because Christ has not yet returned. Instead, our lives should express our eager expectation of his coming. What would you like to be doing when Christ returns? Is that the way you are living each day?