What is Heaven?
Heaven is a place, not just an experience. Jesus said, “I am going there to prepare a place for you”. John 14:2,3 It is the place where God, the risen Christ, the angels, and the saints reside; the future home of the redeemed.
Who gets to go to Heaven?
Believers of Jesus Christ. The Bible says “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life”. John 3:16.
Believers become a possession of God and are sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, which is the guarantee of their inheritance until the redemption of God’s possessions. Ephesians 1:13,14
How would you describe Heaven?
Our new home will be in the heavenly city of the new Jerusalem as described in Revelation 21. It is about 1,400 miles long, 1,400 miles wide and 1,400 miles high. It has a great high wall, 200 feet thick with 12 gates, 3 on each of its four sides. There are 12 angels at the gates. The wall of the city has 12 foundations and on them are the names of the 12 apostles of the Lamb of God.
The city shines with the glory of God, and its brilliance is like that of a very precious jewel, like a jasper, clear as a crystal. The wall is made of jasper and the city streets of pure gold, as pure as glass. Each gate is made of a single pearl. Only those whose names are written in the Lambs'’ book of life can enter through the gates. Revelation 21.
There is a river of the water of life, clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb, down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stands the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. Revelation 22.
Is there unhappiness in Heaven?
All the elements that made for unhappiness on earth will be gone. No sin, no sorrow, no insecurities, no quarrels, no selfishness, no racism, no misunderstandings, no hurt feelings, no worries, no pain, no
sickness, no suffering, no financial problems and no death.
Is there music in Heaven?
Heaven will be filled with music. A mighty chorus will sing. “Hallelujah, For our Lord God Almighty reigns”. Revelation 19:6.
Is there work to do in Heaven?
We will have work to do. It may be something we have never experienced. No failure or fatigue. It will be stimulating, enjoyable and rewarding. Whatever it is we will serve our Lord.
Will we see our family and friends in Heaven?
If you are a believer you will see your family and friends who accepted Christ. Also, all the saints of the old and new testaments. We will be happy because our Lord Jesus will be there. We will see Him face to face and He will know each one of us.
Is Heaven beautiful?
God made this world as well as Heaven. His handy work can be seen everywhere in the living plants, animals and people. The beauty of this world’s mountains, plains and oceans are breathtaking. Heaven will be more than that, because it is the Father’s house, and He is a God of beauty. The same hand that made this world made a more beautiful heaven.
Is Heaven full of love?
Whatever we loved here on earth will be magnified in its pleasure in heaven. This means that the pleasures we received from the beauty of this world and the people in our lives is a taste of the Love of God that we will enjoy forever in Heaven. The greatest achievement is love. God is love and we will be in the presense of God and His love.
Will we be married in Heaven?
No, we will not be married in Heaven. Those who love their wives and husbands very much, may think this is sad. You can be sure that what God has in store for us will be unbelievably more joyous, more
delightful and more wonderful than what we now enjoy.
Is there night in Heaven?
Night comes on earth, filled with darkness and peril, but in Heaven there is no night. Sleep will not be necessary because there will be no energy drains and strength will not need restoring. There is no sun in Heaven. God and the Lamb of God are the source of light.
Is there any failures in Heaven?
Life here is a series of failures. In Heaven, we will never fail, but succeed in whatever we undertake, for no longer will there be any curse. Revelation 22:3.
We will live in God’s presence and praise Him continually. There will be no spiritually “dry periods” for we shall live joyfully forever with the Lord.
Why should you worry about Heaven?
When death stares us in the face, our life after death takes on new importance. We long for a home, where we may find relief from pain and a new sense of love in our lives. The home and the love that is
waiting for those that believe in the Lord Jesus Christ is Heaven.
In Psalm 116:15 the Lord says "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints".
When we die, we are separated from our physical bodies, and believers are carried by angels into the presence of God. Luke 16:22, Jude 9.
Are you ready for Heaven or not?
Remember, you are tomorrow what you decide to be today. Heaven is a choice you must make now while you are here. Not later; it will be too late. Sometimes, people die unexpectedly, and without notice. The alternative choice is eternity without God in hell.
Is there any reason why you cannot receive Jesus Christ right now?
This is how to receive Jesus Christ right now.
1. Admit your need (I am a sinner).
2. Be willing to turn from your sins (repent).
3. Believe that Jesus Christ died for you on the Cross and rose from the grave.
4. Through prayer, invite Jesus Christ to come in and control your life through the Holy Spirit. Receive Him as Lord and Savior.
Pray this prayer right now!
Dear Lord Jesus,
I know that I am a sinner and need Your forgiveness. I believe that You died
for my sins. I want to turn from my sins. I now invite You to come into my
heart and life. I want to trust You as Savior and follow You as Lord.
Amen.
What do you do now?
1. Read your Bible everyday to get to know Jesus Christ better.
Start with the gospel of John in the new testament.
2. Talk to God in prayer everyday.
3. Tell others about Jesus Christ.
4. As Jesus Christ’s representative in a needy world, demonstrate
your new life by your love and concern for others.
God bless you as you do.
Todays Word Editor
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