Meaning of new heaven and new earth
2 Peter speaks about the new heaven and new earth. What does that mean exactly? I understand that the earth will be destroyed, but a new heaven too?
What will be helpful is understanding that “heaven” can also be translated as “sky.” Cf. Genesis 1:1.
It might be beneficial to read a column in Forward in Christ that addressed a question like yours. This link will take you to that column.
Your question about the future is an encouragement for us to look forward with joy and confidence to the eternal home God has promised us!