How does the death of Christ relate to the promise of no more pain or sorrow?
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The death of Christ removes the sting of death, ensuring that believers will experience no more pain or sorrow in eternity.
The promise of no more pain or sorrow in Revelation 21:4 is directly tied to the sacrifice of Christ, who suffered and died to take away the sins of His people. Because Christ endured the ultimate suffering and bore the weight of sin, He conquered death, as stated in 1 Corinthians 15:55, 'O death, where is thy sting?' This victory ensures that believers will not face the eternal consequences of their sin. The removal of pain and sorrow signifies renewal and restoration in the new creation where eternal life is fully realized in the presence of God, free from any remnants of sin.
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