The observation that the Earth appears larger or "closer" in composite imagery of an "Earthrise" does not indicate an actual orbital decay or a looming collision. Instead, appearances in such compositions are almost exclusively a result of the focal length of the camera lens used and the specific vantage point of the photographer on the lunar surface.

### The Physics of the Perspective
The size of an object in a frame is determined by the field of view. When a photographer uses a telephoto lens, the subject in the background (Earth) appears much larger relative to the foreground (the lunar horizon) compared to a wide-angle lens. If you are comparing photographs taken by different missions or reconstructed for a timeline, variations in camera equipment, lenses, and the specific location of the landing site relative to the horizon will drastically change the perceived distance.

### Orbital Mechanics
The Moon is not on a collision course with the Earth. In fact, tidal acceleration is actually causing the Moon to slowly move *away* from the Earth at a rate of approximately 3.8 centimeters per year. This is a well-documented gravitational interaction where the Earth's rotation transfers angular momentum to the Moon. Consequently, there is no risk of the Moon "hitting the Earth" due to orbital decay; it is gradually receding.

### Gravity and Tidal Effects
You asked about "gravity issues." Because the Moon is moving away, its gravitational influence (tide-generating force) is technically weakening over geological timescales, not strengthening. Significant gravitational "issues"—such as catastrophic changes in tides—would require the Moon to be significantly closer than it currently is. Since the Moon is the primary driver of Earth's tides, it has been interacting with our planet for billions of years without incident; as it drifts further away, the tidal braking effect on the Earth's rotation will continue to very slowly lengthen the day, but at a rate imperceptible to human civilization.

### Explaining the Image Discrepancy
The composite image you are referencing is a representational timeline, likely created for artistic or commemorative purposes rather than as a scientific measurement of orbital distance. When comparing these images, it is important to understand:

1.  **Focal Length:** A 300mm lens makes the Earth look massive; a 35mm lens makes it look like a distant marble. 
2.  **Parallax:** The "Earthrise" is a phenomenon specific to the observer's position on the Moon. Depending on where the Apollo craft or future missions are located, the Earth will appear at different heights and sizes relative to the lunar terrain.
3.  **Compositional Choice:** Artists often intentionally enlarge the Earth in montages to create a more dramatic or visually balanced effect, which misleads the eye regarding actual physical size and distance.

There is no conspiracy regarding the moon's position. The physics of orbital mechanics are consistent, and the visual differences in your referenced images are simply a product of variable photography techniques and illustrative editing.