"I wish there was a way to know you're in the good old days before you've actually left them."

The harsh reality of life in a broken world is that nothing lasts. Loved ones pass away, faith feels dry, and the magic fades. But Isaiah 9 announces a different reality: a kingdom that will never end, ruled by a child born to us. This eternal kingdom gives us gifts, both mountaintop experiences and spiritual ruts, that point us to the Giver. It gives us hope when we're exhausted by loss and change.

And here's the best news: God isn't done. Just as His kingdom is still growing, He's not done with you. Whether you're stuck in addiction, buried in sin, or wondering if your best days are behind you, God is still working.

When Jesus returns and brings us home, the good old days will be our forever reality.