Notice Job's deep hope: "I shall see God." He doesn't say, "I shall see the believers," though that's a joy in itself. Instead, he says, "I shall see God." He doesn't focus on the pearly gates, walls of jasper, or crowns of gold, but on the presence of God. This is the heart of heaven, the hope of all believers. They find joy in seeing Him now through faith, in prayer and communion. But in heaven, they'll see Him clearly and fully, becoming like Him. What more could we desire than to be like God?

Seeing God—what could be better? Some interpret the verse as seeing Christ in the flesh, hinting at His incarnation and the glory to be revealed in the end times. Whether that's the case or not, Christ will be our eternal focus, providing joy that never ends. Don't think this is a limited experience. Though it's one source of delight, it's an infinite one. We'll explore His attributes forever, never running out of wonder. His works, gifts, love, and glory in all He does will be endlessly new to us. Job saw this vision of God as personal joy: "Whom my eyes shall see, and not another." Consider what this means for you: "Your eyes shall see the King in His beauty." Earthly lights fade, but here is a glory that never dims: "I shall see God."