Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will not pass away.
In this saying Jesus affirms the eternal nature of His word, setting it in contrast to the passing world. Heaven and earth, that is, all creation, are subject to change and are limited by time, but the word of Christ is eternal, because it flows from the unchanging will of God. This testifies that the prophecies, promises, and the truths He taught will never be lost or grow old. Jesus not only prophesies, but also confirms His divine authority, showing that His word has power equal to the Creator’s word, since only God’s word is eternal. This saying reminds the believer that all material things will pass away, but what is founded on the word of God remains forever.