For the Earth

Our vision must reach beyond the present to include a future 'new heavens and new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness'. (2Peter 3:13) God will cleanse and judge both the heavens and earth (2Peter 3:10,12; Hebrews 12:26) and establish the righteous reign of our Lord Jesus Christ (1Corinthians 15:24-28). Those saints of God who have qualified will also participate in this work. (Daniel 7:18,27; Revelation 2:26,27; Ephesians 2:7)

Incorporating this Bible truth into our vision necessitates a vastly different approach to ministry and church practice from that which is popular and appealing. We look on this present time as one in which a people are being 'called out' and prepared to be involved in God's enterprises, both present and future. The 'saved and going to heaven' mentality must be replaced by a deep awareness of being chosen for a high and glorious purpose. [For an amplification of this subject, see our topic, "End-Time Truth.]