“He will render to each one according to his works: to those who by patience in well-doing seek for glory and honor and immortality, he will give eternal life; but for those who are self-seeking and do not obey the truth, but obey unrighteousness, there will be wrath and fury.” – Romans 2:6-8
As human beings, we do not readily comprehend eternity when we read about it in the Bible. It is too large a subject to understand since we live here on earth. It is even harder for us to cling to the promise of eternity when we are living for things of this world rather than the Kingdom of Heaven.
While we are frequently consumed with the struggles and joys of this life, God reminds us that there is something greater to put our hope in. Ultimately, the superficial things of this world will not matter from the perspective of eternity with God. This realization can help us place our priorities on the things that will have Kingdom impact.
While there may be times when we feel lost in the pace and demands of this world, God reminds us that this is not what we were created for – rather, we were designed to live in eternity with Him. Gloriously, we will be with Him forever. In the light of this truth, let us take heart in His promise and run the race that is set before us in this life.