The Truth About Kids in Heaven, More resources available at:DavidJeremiah.org. That event is a beautiful example of the willingness of God. Several angels carried Lazarus soul to Abrahams bosom. Gates made of pearl, a foundation of precious stones, streets of gold. Weve heard these descriptions of heavenbut these heavenly features are directly from the Scriptures. God always has a plan, and our false starts become His fresh starts. 11 Questions about Heaven Answered by Dr. David Jeremiah. In Romans 12:3 Paul exhorts the believers not to think of themselves pridefully but rather to think of themselves soberlythat is, realistically or accurately. The volunteer decided the dilapidated volume wasnt worth saving and was about to throw it away when she thumbed through it and found a hidden chamber. The treasury of Scripture will enrich your mind, refocus your goals, replace your doubts, and redirect your pathbut only if you read it and heed it. He was from a priestly family, and he undoubtedly looked forward to serving God in Jerusalems temple. Its not just bowing down to a small carved statue or a pagan worshiper offering incense at a shrine to Buddha. Righteous doesnt mean sinless, of course. After Peter was released from jail, he went to the home of Mary where a group of Christians was praying for his release. They symbolize the Antichrist, bloodshed, famine, and death. Download - DavidJeremiah.org I can tell you from my own personal experience and from years of pastoral ministry and Bible teaching, when you study the biblical doctrine of. Forgiveness is to be set loose from sins. He did for us what we cannot do for ourselves. Such images are in stark contrast to the pristine beauty and glory of Eden as presented in Genesis. Do dogs go to heaven? Revelation 21:1. Dwight L. Moody, The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is long suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. His outfit is the cream-pale and red jacket, white blouse underneath jacket, blue jeans, cream-pale and brown shoes, and magician hat and cape. The soul and spirit of today's believers rise immediately to the third heaven. The truth of heaven not only provides anticipation regarding our future, but it also comforts us on behalf of those who have gone before us. The Rapture and the Second Coming are often confused, but they are distinct events, with distinct purposes, on Gods prophetic timeline. It is true for us today also. Temptation is not sin; yielding to temptation is. 2 Peter 1:13-14, NIV. It gives us a snapshot of the worlds final days. Thats how we have the book of Revelation! Many who embrace Jesus Christ during the Tribulation will be killed because of their faith, for which they will be eternally rewarded. W. A. Criswell, Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you. They didnt believe her and reasoned the person at the door must be Peters angel. In Revelation 21:16, John says, Its length, breadth, and height are equal, each wall measuring 12,000 furlongs. And water does not go to heaven because it helps humans stay alive. Christian Kryptonite? Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is fullgrown, brings forth death (James 1:1315). [The Lord] loves, and cares, and sympathizes, and understands, and seeks, and saves, and forgives, and helps, and encourages, and walks by our side taking care of us in life when we cant take care of ourselves. Please select the best option. 65 Passages to Get You Started. We have a purpose for being hereto refresh the memory of others regarding the things of the Lord. Or soberly and realistically according to the grace of God in your life? A fascinating overview of the Rapture and the Second Coming. As we read the Bible and immerse ourselves in Gods truth and character, our lives are changedwe become more like Him. Second, as a result of Abrahams trust in God, he became a friend of God (Isaiah 41:8). He was accused of blaspheming by saying He had the authority to forgive sinssomething only God can do. The False Prophet and the Antichrist will require people to wear a mark during the End Times. But that is what forgiving someone meansrestoring relationships to the status they enjoyed before the offense took place. That is integrity. From cover to cover, the Bible teems with prophecy. John, John, and Jesus: Meet the New Testament Prophets. The creation is both a monument of Gods power, and a looking-glass in which we may see his wisdom. Marine litter is a huge ecological problem. Later, John gives us a glimpse of heaven in Revelation 19:11, 14: Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. Meanwhile, those asking difficult questions about these dark days will find biblical answers and hope. He was from a priestly family, and he undoubtedly looked forward to serving God in Jerusalems temple. Dr. Roger Barrier recently retired as senior teaching pastor from Casas Church in Tucson, Arizona. What Do We Know About the Battle of Armageddon? Dr. David Jeremiah is one of Americas most trusted Bible teachers. And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, followed Him on white horses. Jesus and His armies will ride white horses to capture Satan and the false prophet and cast them into the lake of fire forever. That is integrity. After all, as Jesus explained, actions speak louder than words (Mark 2:8-11). J. Vernon McGee, The Lord your God cares. For more, log onto, Do Dogs Go To Heaven? Second, as a result of Abrahams trust in God, he became a friend of God (Isaiah 41:8). Pauls letter to the people at Corinth was an exhortation to remain steadfast. Knowing Jesus promised to return for us provides strength during difficult times. And he encouraged his readers not to make the same mistake he had made (verses 9-10). Whether we realize it or not, it is part of our past, and it will be part of our future. Such is the picture David paints with his words in Psalm 32a drought of spiritual vitality brought on by his own sin. Ezekiel looked up and saw remarkable visions of Godthe throne of God surrounded by angelic beings. All who have lost loved ones to the sting of death can find comfort in the knowledge that they will see them again. And given that this city is cubical, we can assume that it will have more than one level. But what is the biblical view of humility. Let thy hope of heaven master thy fear of death. The way to cover our sin is to uncover it by confession. The Bible teaches that it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment (Hebrews 9:27). J. C. Ryle, I rejoice at Your Word as one who finds great treasure. The first, the First Council of Nicaea, met to agree on the nature of Jesus of Nazareth as both Son of God and Son of Man, as both fully divine and fully human. The foundations of the wall of the city were adorned with all kinds of precious stones: jasper sapphire chalcedony emerald sardonyx sardius chrysolite beryl topaz chrysoprase jacinth amethyst. Fit in End-Time Prophecy? America is full of them. G. Campbell Morgan, When Jesus saw [the friends] faith, He said to the paralytic, Son, your sins are forgiven you. Hello heaven! In the book of Revelation, God reveals details about the future that we would not otherwise know. Visualize your daily Bible study time like a miser running his hands through a chest of gold. The spiritual battle, the loss of victory, is always in the thought-world. I take those stories with a grain of salt because they dont represent our definitive source of information about heaven, which is Scripture. We must look for and take "the way of escape" God provides in every situation where temptation is found (verse 13). Because we will be Gods people made over, we will be perfectly compatible with one another and able for the first time ever, to enjoy the intimate fellowship that we all long for in our hearts. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Embracing Eternity: Is There Life After Death? Can you imagine a world with no fear? And Other Questions Youve Wondered About Heaven, the most beautiful places on earth cannot compare, unlimited fellowship with one another for all of eternity. To what things was Paul referring? Follow Abrahams example as a faithful father by deepening your friendship with God. Delivering the unchanging Word of God to an everchanging world. Thomas Watson, Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. After carefully studying this subject in the Bible, I believe that angels take believers home to heaven when we die and help us move into our new houses. Genesis 1:28. Published August 8, 2010 Those whose names do not appear in the book are cast into the lake of fire (Revelation 20:15). The Bible does not clearly state whether we will see our pets again in heaven, but Scripture suggests the presence of animals in heaven. Thats the way He cares for us tooevery day, all year long, always. The Bible doesnt tell us the full expanse of heaven, but it does give us the measurements of the New Jerusalem, the capital city of heaven. Will I Go To Heaven If My Body is Cremated? To think our temptation is unique is to believe a lie. Whatever you love more than God is your idol. Pauls letter to the people at Corinth was an exhortation to remain steadfast. A true prophet never contradicts Scripture, and their predictions are always accurate. Amid the strange and apocalyptic vision described in Ezekiel 1, God called the thirty-year-old exile to be a powerful prophet. After the Millennial Reign of Christ, What Happens to the People Who Were Raptured? Hello Jesus! SidebySide Comparison: Great White Throne & Judgment Seat of Christ, Country (Were happy to ship to these countries), The Great White Throne Judgment: Who, When, How, Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the Heavenly City, 11 Answers to Questions About the End Times, Don't Be Shocked By What's Happening in Our World. The creation is both a monument of Gods power, and a looking-glass in which we may see his wisdom. If heaven werent exciting enough, imagine having the unlimited opportunity to fellowship with people from all ages of historyeven people weve only read about in books. Now those are the only two passages that Im aware of that allude to the idea of guardian angels. Do Dogs Go to Heaven? The word heaven itself implies that our eternal destiny is somewhere "up there" in the heavens.