2 Corinthians 5

Paul reminds his readers that while the body may dissolve, decay and become deceased, there is a life after this present one. When a believer is absent from their body, they are fully present with the Lord. All creation seeks to have this full presence with God and groans (much like labor pains) while they await that presence. Knowing that this is the common end of all, the follower of Jesus must be controlled and directed by God's love. It is God's great and gracious love that recreates His creatures, having made His Son (Who knew no sin) to BE sin for us so we could BE recreated in His righteousness.