A future of peace

Soon, the world’s resources will no longer be used for war. However, this will not result from human effort. The Bible says:

• God will bring “an end to wars throughout the earth.”—Psalm 46:9.

• God will undo the tragic effects of war. “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”—Revelation 21:4.

• God will ensure lasting peace for all. “My people will dwell in a peaceful abiding place, in secure dwellings and in tranquil resting-places.”—Isaiah 32:18.

According to Bible prophecy, the wars and other events we see today indicate that this time of peace is near at hand.

How will God bring about this peaceful future? He will do so by means of his heavenly government, or Kingdom. (Matthew 6:10) To learn what this Kingdom is and what it can mean for you, watch the brief video What Is God’s Kingdom?

While on earth, Jesus showed great love for people, even to the point of sacrificing his life for them. (Matthew 20:28; John 15:13) Soon, he will again prove his love for people by using his authority as King of God’s Kingdom to bring “an end to wars throughout the earth.”—Psalm 46:9.

Notice how the Bible describes what Jesus will do:

• “He will rescue the poor who cry for help, also the lowly one and whoever has no helper. He will have pity on the lowly and the poor, and the lives of the poor he will save. From oppression and from violence he will rescue them.”—Psalm 72:12-14.