In the book of Genesis, we read about the incredible story of how God created the world in just seven days. With each word, He spoke life and form into existence—the sky, the land, the sea, and all that dwells within it. The Creator crafted a perfect world, one that was brimming with beauty, harmony, and purpose. And then, He stepped back and rested, declaring His work to be “very good” (Genesis 1:31).

But as awe-inspiring as that first creation was, we must remember that God’s work did not stop there. We are living in a world that is still unfolding. His purposes and plans are still being revealed. And as Christians, we look forward to another promise that Jesus made: “I go to prepare a place for you” (John 14:2).

It has been over two thousand years since Jesus ascended to Heaven, and yet, we often wonder what He is doing up there. We know He is preparing a place for us, but what does that mean? If the World was built in seven days, what could be built in over two-thousand years?

A Place of Eternal Glory

When Jesus tells us He is preparing a place for us, it is not merely a house or a room we are meant to imagine. We are talking about the eternal dwelling place of God’s people. In Revelation 21, the apostle John shares a vision of the New Jerusalem—a city of unimaginable beauty and glory where there will be no more pain, sorrow, or death. It is a place where God’s presence will dwell with us forever.

Jesus, in His infinite wisdom, is crafting something far beyond our comprehension. He is building a place where every longing will be fulfilled, where our deepest desires for peace, love, and joy will be satisfied in His presence. This place is not just a physical location; it is the fulfillment of God’s promise to make all things new. Just as He created the world in perfect order in Genesis, He is now preparing a perfect eternity for us.

Jesus’ Work in Heaven

While we often focus on Jesus’ earthly ministry, we must not forget His ongoing work in Heaven. Hebrews 7:25 tells us that He “always lives to intercede for [us].” Jesus is actively engaged in the work of salvation, advocating on our behalf before the Father. His sacrifice on the cross was once for all, but His ministry continues in Heaven. He is preparing us for the place He’s preparing for us.

What a powerful thought—that Jesus, who knows the deepest parts of our hearts, is working to make a perfect home for us. His love for us is evident not only in His sacrificial death but also in the way He is working to ensure we have a place to dwell with Him forever.

The Nature of God’s Creation and His Ongoing Work

In the first seven days of creation, God spoke and the world came into being. But as we reflect on the ongoing creation of our eternal home, we see that this is not just a passive construction project. God is building something intricate, personal, and eternal. In the same way that He took care in forming the details of the world, we can trust that He is attending to every detail of the place He is preparing for us.

This preparation also speaks to God’s love. Just as God fashioned this world with purpose and intention, so too is He preparing Heaven with the same care. The world that was made in seven days was only a glimpse of His power, and now, over two thousand years later, we can trust that the place He’s preparing for us is beyond our wildest dreams.

Living in Hope

As we reflect on these truths, we are reminded to live in hope. Life on earth can often feel difficult, and the pain of this world can sometimes overwhelm us. But the promise of Heaven, the place that Jesus is preparing for us provides us with the assurance that this is not our final home. Our suffering is temporary, but the glory to come is eternal.

When Jesus promised that He was going to prepare a place for us, He invited us into a story that began with creation and will be fulfilled in the New Heaven and New Earth. That is where we are headed. And as we await that glorious day, we can be confident that God is still at work building, preparing, and making all things new.