Go! And Keep Your Eyes On Eternity Series

Go! And Keep Your Eyes on Eternity

Introduction:

It is a blessing to be gathered here today, to worship, to reflect, and to be strengthened by the Word of God. Today, I want to speak to you on a subject that is both a command and a promise—a call to action and a declaration of hope.

Our theme is “Go! And Keep Your Eyes on Eternity.”

Throughout Scripture, we see the word “Go!” used by God as He directs His people—whether calling Abraham into a new land, sending Moses to lead the Israelites, commissioning His prophets, or sending out His disciples. But the call to “Go!” is not merely about physical movement. It is about keeping our eyes fixed on the eternal purpose of God, living with His Kingdom in focus, and trusting in His promises for what is to come.

Today, we will explore three key truths that stem from God’s command to “Go!”

Go! And Trust in God’s Faithfulness

Go! And Fulfil Your Purpose

Go! And Rejoice in the Eternal Hope

1. Go! And Trust in God’s Faithfulness

Let’s begin with a powerful promise found in Isaiah 46:4:

“I will be your God throughout your lifetime—until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you.” (NLT)

This verse reveals the heart of God toward His people. He is not a God who abandons us after a certain stage of life. He is the One who has made us, who sustains us, and who will be with us until the very end.

Isaiah 46 is a chapter where God contrasts Himself with lifeless idols. The surrounding nations carried their gods on carts, but our God carries us. The Hebrew word used for “carry” here is sabal (?????), which conveys the idea of bearing a heavy load. God doesn’t merely walk beside us—He carries us when we are weak.

Have you ever felt that life’s burdens are too heavy? Perhaps there have been moments when you wondered if you could go on. The Lord’s promise is that He does not let you walk alone. Even in old age, even when strength seems to wane, He remains faithful.

Deuteronomy 31:8 “Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.” (NLT)

I once heard the story of an elderly woman who had walked faithfully with the Lord her whole life. When asked how she remained so strong in faith, she said, “When I was younger, I thought I walked beside God. Now I know He carries me every step of the way.”

Charles Stanley once said, “Our heavenly Father understands our disappointment, suffering, pain, fear, and doubt. He is always there to encourage our hearts and help us understand that He’s sufficient for all our needs.”

2. Go! And Fulfil Your Purpose

Many people believe that once they reach a certain age, their work for the Lord is done. But Scripture tells us otherwise. Psalm 92:12-14 declares:

“But the godly will flourish like palm trees and grow strong like the cedars of Lebanon. For they are transplanted to the Lord’s own house. They will flourish in the courts of our God. Even in old age they will still produce fruit; they will remain vital and green.” (NLT)

The phrase “even in old age” is significant. The Hebrew word for “flourish” (para?, ??????) means to bud, blossom, or sprout. This tells us that God’s people are not meant to dry up spiritually; instead, we are called to grow, bear fruit, and remain spiritually alive.

You are never too old to encourage someone, to pray, to share your testimony, or to be a light to the younger generation. The Apostle Paul, even in his later years, wrote letters, discipled younger believers, and remained passionate about the Gospel.

Philippians 1:6 “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” (NLT)

Billy Graham said, “The greatest legacy one can pass on to one's children and grandchildren is not money or material things accumulated in one's life, but rather a legacy of character and faith.”

3. Go! And Rejoice in the Eternal Hope

Finally, we must remember that the greatest joy is yet to come. Jesus Himself said in John 14:2-3:

“There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am.” (NLT)

The Greek word for “prepare” (hetoimázo, ?t??µ???) means to make ready or provide. Jesus was assuring His disciples that He was personally ensuring a place for them in heaven.