Some people ask is heaven real. Is it a metaphysical place as a spiritual realm? A state of mind? Or is it a physical place?
There are many different beliefs about where people go after death. So how can you know the Bible’s heaven is real?
What is heaven? A colossal city in space
Heaven, according to the Bible, is a place of perfection, peace, and joy, where God dwells and His children live forever in His presence. It is described as a city in space, with streets of gold and gates of pearl, where there is no more pain, sorrow, or death (Revelation 21:1-4).
Described as a place of abundant light, with the glory of God shining upon it, the River of Life flows through it. The river provides sustenance for all who dwell there (Revelation 22:1-5).
Those who will dwell there will have physical glorified bodies. Not a type of spirit.
Who goes to heaven?
The Bible teaches that eternal life is the reward for those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ as their Savior. Who have repented (Luke 5:32) and trust in Jesus for their salvation (Romans 10:9).
For those who are saved, heaven is not just a future hope, but it is a present reality.
Through faith in Christ, believers are already seated with Him in the heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6). They have already received the Holy Spirit. Who is the guarantee of their inheritance in heaven (Ephesians 1:14).
What will people do in heaven? What will it be like?
Eternal life for those who are saved means living forever in a relationship with God, free from sin, sorrow, and death. In heaven, believers will be transformed into the likeness of Christ, and will live in perfect harmony with God and one another (1 John 3:2). They will have access to all of the blessings of God, including perfect love, peace, joy, and wisdom (Revelation 21:7).
The ultimate hope of the Christian is heaven, because it is the place where we will be with God, our creator and our Savior, forever. In heaven, all of our sorrows and difficulties will be forgotten, and we will live in perfect happiness and fulfillment. We will be reunited with loved ones who have gone before us, and will share in the fullness of God’s love and grace.
In this life, we often face trials, temptations, and difficulties, but our hope in heaven helps us to persevere. The ultimate hope of heaven is not just a future reality, but it also affects how we live in this life. So how can we have hope for heaven, knowing it is a real place promised in the Bible?
Lesson 4 Study Guide by Amazing Facts:
Heaven is a real place, and it is the ultimate hope for believers.
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