2Cor 5:5 | MHM | STEP | v. 5 : Paul assures us that God Himself is preparing us for this future. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who also has given us the Spirit as a guarantee (2 Corinthians 5:5 ). God works in our hearts now, making us ready for heaven. The Holy Spirit living in us is like a down payment, showing that God will keep His promises and give us full joy one day.

‏ 2 Corinthians 5:5

v. 5: Paul assures us that God Himself is preparing us for this future. He who has prepared us for this very thing is God, who also has given us the Spirit as a guarantee(2 Corinthians 5:5 ^a). God works in our hearts now, making us ready for heaven. The Holy Spirit living in us is like a down payment, showing that God will keep His promises and give us full joy one day.