that seems to be lasting forever as a flash of a moment. Paul says it is “light and momentary” (2 Corinthians 4:17) when compared to the eternal life of pain-free joy that I will experience forever. But there is more. Living in light of forever means that I can wake up secure in the knowledge that it is impossible for me to ever be alone. The God of forever daily blesses me with his presence and his promises so that he will not lose me as I journey toward my final destination. This means it is also