Setting The Record Straight On Heaven
Text: Revelation 7:9-17 In the name of Jesus. Amen. Just like angels, it is safe to say that many people today understand heaven more from culture and Hollywood than from the Bible. For example, many films and books portray heaven as peaceful and idyllic clouds, fields, or gardens - where people go after they die. Other people view heaven as a place where the deceased go to do their most favorite thing they enjoyed in life: Grandpa Tom, well… he is fishing in heaven. Uncle Bob is hunting in heaven. And Aunt Betsy is golfing, gardening, and enjoying an iced tea. Good for them; they must be happy. Other people view heaven more mysteriously – a place of glowing lights, gates, or fog. It is a place beyond human logic and grounded in our imaginations. Finally, some view heaven as a place where those who have passed away help God govern the world. You know what I am talking about: Grandma is looking down from heaven and is helping me. Uncle Phil… he watches over me and helps me
