ALL THINGS NEW
And he who was seated on the throne said, “Behold, I am making all things new.” Also, he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”
Revelation 21:5 (ESV)
We’ve moved several times over the years. Every room in each of those houses needed repainting (and usually the ceilings). The walls often had holes from clocks and pictures, and colors were outdated (one room I remember was bright yellow—and that was the family room!). Everything needed some tender, loving care. Often when we rolled on the fresh coat of paint, the room slowly transformed. Beauty at last! What had felt tired and worn suddenly felt new, alive and full of possibility. It wasn’t just about color—it was a reminder that change, renewal and fresh starts are possible, even in the spaces we least expect.
That image keeps coming back to me when I think about what God does in our lives. He doesn’t just cover over our mistakes, regrets or brokenness; He makes things new. He can take relationships that have frayed, hearts that feel weary, and seasons that feel hopeless and breathe life into them in ways we cannot orchestrate on our own.
I remember a time when I felt stuck—emotionally drained, questioning my purpose, and unsure if I’d ever move past certain failures. Prayer felt heavy, and hope seemed distant. But slowly, day by day, God worked. Conversations healed, perspectives shifted, and I began noticing small sparks of joy again (and fewer trips to the pantry for Pop-Tarts). What felt impossible to fix became something renewed, a life more alive than I had imagined.
God’s promise to make all things new isn’t just about a fresh coat on the surface; it’s about transformation that reaches deep into our hearts, our minds and our circumstances. It’s trustworthy, true and available for every area of our lives, no matter how broken or worn things feel today.
APPLICATION: Fix something today. Something that’s been broken or needs to be replaced. And as you do that, remember that one day, God will make all things new. Permanently.
PRAYER: Lord, I confess how often I feel stuck and weighed down by what feels broken in my life. Thank You that You don’t just cover over my struggles—You make all things new. Help me to trust Your timing, lean into Your presence, and notice the small ways You bring renewal each day. Restore my heart, my hope and my perspective, and teach me to walk in the life You are creating in me. Amen.
"… Our Father in heaven…" Matthew 6:9b (NLT)
• What do You want to say to me today as my Father?
"… may your name be kept holy." Matthew 6:9c (NLT)
• What do You want to reveal to me about Your power today?
"May your Kingdom come soon." Matthew 6:10a (NLT)
• Help me make Your priorities my priorities today.
"Give us today the food we need," Matthew 6:11 (NLT)
• Is there anything specific You want me to do with my time or the people I'm around today?
"and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us" Matthew 6:12 (NLT)
• Reveal to me anyone I need to forgive or ask for forgiveness.
"And don't let us yield to temptation…" Matthew 6:13a (NLT)
• Is there anywhere I'm vulnerable to temptation?