Failed Utopias And The Promise Of The New Creation
Text: Isaiah 65:17-25 In the name of Jesus. Amen. Imagine a world where cities are filled with laughter in the streets, where there are no sounds of weeping or cries of anguish. A world where no one is left out. Imagine a world where every child is safe, where babies won’t die in the cradle. A world where people will no longer say, “They died too young.” Imagine a world where people will live long and full lives – where no one will have to worry that their days are numbered. Imagine a world where everyone will enjoy the works of their hands – neighborhoods where homes are not foreclosed, gardens are not neglected, and everyone thrives. A world where possessions and wages are not stolen by greed. Yes, a world where parents will no longer have to worry if their children’s future will be brighter than their own. Imagine a world where enemies will no longer exist – a world where nations, races, and politi...
