What Is Eternity Like?

What is eternity like? Gold lined streets, white billowy clouds, and all the people who have gone before us? The image of eternity is mystical and spiritual; very different from a literal earth-like place conjured up in our minds. Eternity, in contrast to a picture that can be painted, is a much more sacred and divine union with God than we could ever imagine. Jesus said, “And this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” For now, while we are here on earth, we can welcome each day in thanksgiving, humble ourselves when we feel very strong and overly accomplished, and offer our talents, hearts, and capable hands for the service of others. In these ways as we strive to imitate Christ, by the grace of God we might have a peek into our future, our time without end.