Those who look to Jesus hope--even in a sense, expecting--that we will be resurrected to everlasting life. Is this not what He promised? Such knowledge works a particular grace in us. We realize that we are not at present the kind of people we should be, so we cooperate with the Spirit of Christ to begin learning to live like a citizen of our new home. Our efforts in this matter should not be considered an attempt to earn our way into God’s good graces, but as the deepest expression of thanksgiving to the One who has freely accepted us and desires our eternal fellowship.
“And everyone who thus hopes in him purifies himself as he is pure.” 1 Jo.3.3
