If anyone can tell us about heaven, it’s the One who came down from heaven, our Lord Jesus Christ. In the humanity of His ministry, Jesus had several glimpses of heaven. At His baptism the skies parted, and the Holy Spirit descended on Him. At His transfiguration the... moreA daily devotional by Dr. David Jeremiah, Turning Point, https://www.davidjeremiah.org/
If anyone can tell us about heaven, it’s the One who came down from heaven, our Lord Jesus Christ. In the humanity of His ministry, Jesus had several glimpses of heaven. At His baptism the skies parted, and the Holy Spirit descended on Him. At His transfiguration the glory of heaven enveloped Him and two heavenly residents—Moses and Elijah—visited with Him. At His ascension the skies opened and received Him back home.
When Jesus prayed, He often looked up to heaven. Whether with physical eyes or with the eyes of His perfect imagination, He could see the throne of God, surrounded by all the majestic glories of Paradise. What names did Jesus use for heaven? He said it was Paradise (Luke 23:43), His Father’s house (John 14:2), the Kingdom (Matthew 5:10), a place where “neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal” (Matthew 6:20), everlasting life (John 6:27), and glory (Luke 24:26).
Jesus was eager to return home (John 17:4-5). Let the glimpses of heaven that come from Him make you eager for the trip home too!
On January 7, 2025, a wildfire broke out in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County, California. Nearly four weeks later, the fire had burned more than 23,000 acres of the densely populated county. Twelve people were killed and nearly... moreA daily devotional by Dr. David Jeremiah, Turning Point, https://www.davidjeremiah.org/
On January 7, 2025, a wildfire broke out in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County, California. Nearly four weeks later, the fire had burned more than 23,000 acres of the densely populated county. Twelve people were killed and nearly 7,000 structures were destroyed. Apocalyptic was the word frequently used to describe the destruction the fire left in its wake.
Apocalyptic is also used to describe images in Scripture associated with the end of this age on earth. The apostle Peter wrote that “the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up” and “the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat” (2 Peter 3:10, 12). Since fire often refers to judgment in Scripture, Peter may be referring to God’s judgment. Whether literal or figurative fire, the earth as we know it will be renovated and replaced by “a new heaven and a new earth” on which the New Jerusalem (the eternal state) will be established.
Give thanks to God that an Eden-like earth will be your home with Him forever.
An ambassador is an appointed diplomat sent by a country as an official representative to a foreign country. He or she is authorized to speak with the authority of the leader of the home country. The ambassador must be a citizen of the home country and must have been offici... moreA daily devotional by Dr. David Jeremiah, Turning Point, https://www.davidjeremiah.org/
An ambassador is an appointed diplomat sent by a country as an official representative to a foreign country. He or she is authorized to speak with the authority of the leader of the home country. The ambassador must be a citizen of the home country and must have been officially appointed.
The apostle Paul referred to himself as an ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20; Ephesians 6:20). As an apostolic ambassador, he spoke with the authority of heaven behind his words. He also said that every Christian is a citizen of heaven—the first requirement for being an ambassador of heaven (Philippians 3:20). In other words, heaven is the Christian’s true home—the place in which we should be investing for eternity (Matthew 6:19-21). As citizens of heaven, it is our calling to declare God’s Gospel to all who may not yet be citizens of heaven.
Represent the Kingdom of heaven today as an ambassador worthy of your calling. Ask God to help you lay up treasures in heaven, especially souls for eternity.
When you hear someone mention heaven, you could ask, “Which heaven do you mean?” The question is reasonable because the Bible mentions three different heavens.
When you hear someone mention heaven, you could ask, “Which heaven do you mean?” The question is reasonable because the Bible mentions three different heavens.
In order of proximity to earth, the three heavens are, first, the skies immediately above us—the domain of birds and clouds (Genesis 1:20). The second highest heaven is the vast universe beyond our atmosphere—the domain of the planets and solar systems (Genesis 1:14-17; Psalm 8:3-4; 19:1-6). The third heaven—the only one assigned a number—is not an atmospheric realm but is the domain of God. The first two heavens are visible to us on earth; the third heaven is not. This is the heaven visited by the apostle Paul, either in person or in a vision, where he heard “inexpressible words” that apparently informed the mission to which God had called him (2 Corinthians 12:4).
Eternity in the presence of God is the destination of all who have placed their faith in Christ. Are you sure that heaven is your ultimate destination?
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