Be Aware

2 Peter 3:11-18 (The Message)
 ^11-13Since everything here today might well be gone tomorrow, do you see how essential it is to live a holy life? Daily expect the Day of God, eager for its arrival. The galaxies will burn up and the elements melt down that day—but we'll hardly notice. We'll be looking the other way, ready for the promised new heavens and the promised new earth, all landscaped with righteousness.
 ^14-16So, my dear friends, since this is what you have to look forward to, do your very best to be found living at your best, in purity and peace. Interpret our Master's patient restraint for what it is: salvation. Our good brother Paul, who was given much wisdom in these matters, refers to this in all his letters, and has written you essentially the same thing. Some things Paul writes are difficult to understand. Irresponsible people who don't know what they are talking about twist them every which way. They do it to the rest of the Scriptures, too, destroying themselves as they do it.
 ^17-18But you, friends, are well-warned. Be on guard lest you lose your footing and get swept off your feet by these lawless and loose-talking teachers. Grow in grace and understanding of our Master and Savior, Jesus Christ.
   Glory to the Master, now and forever! Yes!

For Reflection
It is the natural way.  Things begin and things end.  One is born and one dies. But to God, past present and future are one.  The beginning of life is not the beginning and death is not the end.  The universe expands and grows and uses up its energy and some day it will decay.  But for believers, it is not the end.  God continues and our place with Him is unending.

The end of the world is not the end of God nor the end or our souls.  Live with hope and anticipation of what is to come.  Grow in Grace.  Know that the Son of Man is with you.

Pray
Sing songs of adoration and praise for the living God.  Pray and listen for God's word.  Pray that you follow your call with confidence.