“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.” – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (ESV)
As another year will soon be behind us, it’s only natural to ponder how our mortal shells have aged. However for those who are in Christ, instead of focusing on our “outer selves” and their continuing decline, we can find joy in the knowledge that our spirits are in a state of constant renewal. The things of this world may be fleeting, but when we have a relationship with Jesus we’re able to fix our sights on the eternal.
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
Amen! I’m so glad this decaying world isn’t all we have to look forward to.
Beautiful! Things of this world will pass away, but Heaven and His love are eternal.
The unseen… We truly cannot fathom what is in store for us in God’s love. I think about the things He reveals in this transient state, and think, “Gah, Lord, and its only gonna get better?!…”
Thank you for sharing.
As life moves on, I become increasingly aware of my place in this world. I am less attached to it than I have ever been. Keeping my eyes forward and fixed on forever…
peace~elaine
Phil,
I just had a conversation with someone about this today, the things of this world don’t matter, they will all be left behind when we finally arrive at our eternal home, the only place that really matters anyway.
Blessings to you Phil.
Rereading this verse slowly brings hope into my heart and helps me refocus on what is really important. thanks for the great reminder, Phil.