God's Glory Church

“God will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death. There will be no more sorrow, no crying, no more pain.” — Revelation 21:4

Doctors diagnosed four-year-old Solomon with progressive Duchenne muscular dystrophy. A year later, doctors discussed with the family the necessity of using a wheelchair. However, Solomon protested and did not want to use a wheelchair. Family and friends prayed for him and raised funds to purchase a professionally trained service dog to help Solomon stay out of a wheelchair for as long as possible. Tails for Life, the organization that trained my service dog Kelly, is currently training Waffles to help Solomon.

Solomon eventually agreed to treatment. He often glorifies God, but sometimes it becomes more difficult for him. On one of those difficult days, Solomon hugged his mother and said: “I’m glad there’s no Duchenne disease in heaven.”

Degenerative processes affect all people this side of eternity. However, we, like Solomon, have an eternal hope that sustains us in difficult days. God promises us “a new heaven and a new earth” (Revelation 21:1). Our Creator and Giver of Life will “dwell” among us, making His home with us (v. 3). He will “wipe away every tear” from our eyes. “And there will be no more death. Neither sorrow, nor crying, nor pain will be anymore” (v. 4). If the wait seems “too hard” or “too long,” we can feel peace because God’s promise will surely come true.

How does knowing God’s promise of a new heaven and a new earth comfort you? How can you encourage your friend with eternal hope in God’s promises?

Loving God, thank you for strengthening my resolve with the certainty of eternal hope.

Author: Sosheel Dixon