The counsels of God called not only for the putting away of sin from His presence forever, but that He might have heaven filled with children and have a bride for Christ.
Also, the earth was to be inhabited forever and there was to be sweet communion between the heavenly and earthly redeemed ones.
In preparing His people for this destiny where love prevails, there must be a work done within each believer.
It is through the exercise of faith by the Spirit of God, that the one who knows his sins forgiven is taught the priceless lessons which form his permanent character.
The following article shows how Abraham was the model and father of this faith for all who believe, exhibited in connection with the seven appearings of God to him.