Ergonomics of the Kingdom

Four buddies of mine (Andre is pictured here) came down and stayed at my house for a few days this past week. One of the things we did was to climb Vasquez Rocks, located just fifteen minutes from my house. We all had a great time, and even Matt Maselli, with blood and sweat (but no tears) made it to the top. This got me thinking about the new heavens and new earth, and ergonomics. I haven't thought this through completely, and I'm not solidifying my doctrine by posting this so don't cry "Heretic!" if I say something questionable.

I grew up being taught by everyone that in the resurrection, there will be no more pain, no more suffering, etc. However, I think that we all agree here that there will definitely be work in the resurrection; after all, the first Adam worked in the garden, and we will be redeemed Adams working in God's new garden.

I don't know about you, but I have come to appreciate work, and part of what makes it so good is the pain and exhaustion which you are able to overcome. I'm not saying that it's only good after the work is done and you can sigh and say that it was worth the pain. I'm actually saying that there seems to be something good in the actual pain, suffering, and exertion of it all. And there's something fulfilling and cathartic about collapsing on the floor after climbing a mountain, or running a race.

So I guess I'm wondering, how might this fit together in the resurrection? I'm hoping that somehow, my perfected body will be able to sweat, and ache. Is that crazy?

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