People sometimes talk about having something to look forward to, whether it is a holiday, a special event, a promotion, or some other expected happy experience. There are many events that we may be fortunate to enjoy in this life. But for those who love Him, God has planned an event infinitely happier and more glorious in every way! This event involves not merely a happy interlude in this life, but a transformation of life itself into an eternal state of blessedness, peace, and joy. Things are going to change – dramatically! The present order is going to end, and this requires us to prepare. As the apostle Peter says, “Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat?” (2 Peter 3:11-12). It is a most wonderful thing that God is going to destroy all that is sinful and corrupt. His fire will purge all things, so that everything in creation may be restored to perfection and peace. To be ready, let us welcome His cleansing, healing, purifying, and redeeming fire into our lives now, that we may be progressively transformed into His likeness. This is the way of those who daily look to Jesus, listen to His voice, and diligently follow His guidance.