A New World Free From Vandalism Is Possible

Do you believe that vandalism really can be eradicated?  If so, how will such a momentous change come about?  God's Kingdom will soon eliminate this wicked system. Those inhabiting the earth will be held responsible for any deliberate breaking of God's righteous law.  (Compare Isaiah 24:5, 6) While "transgressors themselves will certainly be annihilated together," those who love righteousness will be delivered.  "Jehovah will help them and provide them with escape from wicked people and save them, because they have taken refuge in him." -Psalm 37:38-40.

Really, the roots  of vandalism will be eliminated completely. And so will all crime, oppression, suffering and wickedness.  Instead, peace, true righteousness, quietness and security will characterize life in the new world.  Isaiah 32:18 describes what will prove true in a literal way:  "My people must dwell in a peaceful abiding place and in residences of full confidence and in undisturbed resting places."  Yes, a beautiful, global Paradise will be inhabited by people who show love and consideration toward others.  (And you just can't pretend to do so, you have to be sincere, because Jehovah will see, hear and know if you aren't)

Together with millions of others, former vandals already enjoy an intimate relationship with Jehovah God.  They no longer have any share in acts of vandalism.  Will you too allow God's Word to guide you to life in his new world?  Why not imitate the ancient psalmist who recorded Jehovah's declaration:  "I shall make you have insight and instruct you  in the way you should go. I will give advice with my eye upon you." -Psalm 32:8.

Next time: Love Toward Those 'Related in the Faith'

The Watchtower, 1999