John Gill expounds on 2 Peter 3:13, emphasizing the promise of new heavens and a new earth as a literal transformation rather than a figurative one. He explains that this renewal will involve the purification of the current heavens and earth, making way for a realm where only the righteous will dwell, free from wickedness. Gill reassures believers that their hope is grounded in God's promises, including the resurrection and eternal life, and that they should not fear the destruction of the present world. He highlights that the righteous, made so by Christ, will be the only inhabitants of this new creation, fulfilling the prophetic visions of both Peter and the Old Testament. Ultimately, Gill encourages the faithful to look forward to this glorious future with expectation and joy.