HEAVEN – MY VISION

It is the Father’s pleasure to make us realize that our existence in Heaven is but a continuance of the former like, only without its imperfections and its cares.  Human friendships made in this world are enduring in the next. Heaven will be full of glory of God’s presence and blessings with none of the problems of this present world.

Heaven is a place where its inhabitants continue to learn and to develop. We bring to this life the same tastes, desires, and knowledge we had in the earthly life.  That’s  why we must be saved and continue to show the “Evidence of Salvation”. What would be the use of our oft-times long lives, given the pursuit of certain worthy and legitimate knowledge, if at death it all counts for nothing and we were to begin this next life on a wholly different line of thought and study?  We are building for eternity during our earthly life. The purer the thoughts, the nobler the ambitions, the loftier the aspirations, the higher the rank we take among the hosts of heaven. The more earnestly we follow the studies and duties in our life of probation, the better fitted we shall be to carry them forward, on and on to completion and perfection there. The basis of this is found in  Matthew 6:19-21 Talks about laying up Treasures in Heaven. Verse 20 –“Store up for yourselves treasure in heaven where neither moth or rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal”. (No thieves in Heaven, so it seems to be saying we have these treasures there.)

Revelations 22:18 warns not to add to anything to the prophecy found here.

Revelations 22:19 states not to take words away from this book of prophecy.

This is a direct aim at the various religions of the world and those rewriting materials, literature, and hymns that compromise the message so as not to offend anyone. However, reading between the line to try to understand what is in the Bible is not only okay but part of what God wants us to study. We must just not change, omit, or contradict the Bible.

OUR BODIES IN HEAVEN

We go to Heaven in basically the same basic state that we leave this earth.  Our bodies are free from illness, pain and are younger in appearance. Then our bodies are transformed to a Glorious form but we are very recognizable. The Bible does not describe our new form except in I John 3:2 (..When He appears, we –believers- shall be like him). We will have certain powers of locomotion; rising above towns and forest areas without fear of falling and able to travel great distances. Revelations 21:24. Children will still be children but will grow in knowledge and form.  There will be no pain, suffering, morning or death. Revelations 21:4.

HOUSES IN HEAVEN

“In my Father’s house are many mansions… I go to prepare a place for you.”

There will be many, many separate houses with many rooms where some family members will live together.  Each person will have their own separate large room in their house. There will places to rest and study.  Houses will be located next to or close by other relatives and friends. The houses will be magnificent, with marvel halls, precious jewels- clear as crystal will also decorate them. Rev. 21:10-11.  There will be gorgeous gardens with many types of never-fading flowers. Streams will run along side the houses, with balconies over-looking the vast gardens and streams. There will also be shade trees, fruit trees, walks, and streets made of gold and precious stones. The Master will have free access and come to visit individuals often.

RELATIONSHIPS

            We will know everyone in Heaven that we knew on earth. As said before, some will share houses based on the Master’s plan. Luke 16:9. We will know when our loved are coming and will meet them on the shore of the River of Life. Rev. 22:1. There will be many people on this River coming to Heaven, while there will be singing and dancing on the shores in celebration.  You will be able to socialize with friends and relatives all the time.

Matthew 22:29-30  “Ye do err, not knowing the scriptures not the power of God. For in the RESURRECTION they neither marry, nor are given in marriage but are as the angels of God in Heaven”.  The Lord will be there to work out relationships that may cause us to question here on earth.   The Key here is the word Resurrection!  It is difficult to understand whether the Resurrection here is at the start of the Millennium or after the Millennium is over- but it seems that almost all agree that it is not the first resurrection on the third day after crucifixion. It seems to be saying that there would be definite relationships prior to this second Resurrection, which would be prior to the Rapture and the Tribulation.

ENVIRONMENT

The River of Life will be used to refresh and restore us to give us the powers of Heaven.  Rev. 22:1 Everything will be sterile, with no dust, dirt, debris, or anything unpleasant.  There will no unwelcome sounds.  Rev. 21:27  No evil will exist and no evil doers will be present. Rev. 21: 8 and 27. There will be no sun or moon, nor need for any. Rev. 21:23. The Lord’s Glory will light Heaven. There will be no night, it will become twilight but no darkness. Rev. 21:25. We can not drown in the water and water will have the substance of air. Trees of life will have 12 different types of great fruit and leaves to eat and use to heal.  Rev 22:2. So Verse 2 is saying that the curse on humanity from the Garden of Eden has been undone – for good!  River transportation will be used a lot, but you will be able to move through areas quickly and effortlessly on foot. There will be no Churches and no doctrines or separate religions. There will be the Great Temple where the Lord is. Rev. 21:22.

WHAT WILL WE WEAR

            We will all have fine linens, white and always clean. Rev. 19:8. They will stay clear and dry even if we go into the water.  They will dry immediately- no need to change. Of course, every thing we wear will be very modest. Revelations 22:14..

KNOWLEDGE

We will continue to learn from many sources.  There will teachers and books to continue our growth.  Children will need to be taught. Also there are those who professed their faith in the Lord just prior to leaving the Earth who will need to grow in the wisdom of the Lord.  Revelations 21:6. Our earthly knowledge will be used to assist the Lord’s work and to teach others. Revelations 22:3. Those who can teach –will.  Those who can sing will teach others and be part of the Choirs of Heaven. Those who can council will be used to help those who “just made it into Heaven” and may have some issues to prevent growth.  Those who have skills in building, making linens, or others such skills could be able to use those talents. Revelations 20:12.

ACTIVITIES

            There will be education and sessions by the Lord.  Revelations 21:9.There will be celebrations, singing, and dancing.  Many will be able to play musical instruments and there will be music in many places most of the time.  There will be talks by great earth pastors and leaders. We will be used to teach those who just became a Christian and the Children who prematurely entered Heaven. There will be those who will build houses, make linens, teach music,   manage books places, etc. There will be Colleges (Ken may be used here), schools, great lecture halls, libraries, and vast auditoriums.  We will sing praises to the Lord and learn from Him the secrets that we never knew previously. Rev.19:1. We will have supper with the Lord. Rev. 19:17.  The Lord will give us missions based on our “rewards” earned on earth and on our development in Heaven.  Daniel 12:3. We will be able to socialize with friends and family.  We will have separate face-to-face meeting with the Lord. Rev. 22:4.  In summary, we will continue to be used to do the things we have learned and are good at here on earth. Revelations 22:3.

CITIES, FORESTS, AND PARKS

            There will be a great city.  It will be 1,500 miles X 1,500 miles. Rev. 21:16. That city would stretch from the East Coast to the Mississippi River and from the Canadian Border to the Gulf of Mexico.  Angels measured this city and the gates and walls that surround the city. Rev. 21:15. The city will have 12 gates made of pearl- “Pearly Gates”. The walls will be made of Jasper, and precious stones for the foundations.  It will be a city of pure gold.  Rev. 21:18. There will be a great Temple where the Lord resides, outside of that city. Rev. 21:22. There will be many forests with nothing that will scare anyone nor contain any danger.  They will be an area of great joy and recreation. There will be many parks with walks, drives, fountains, small lakes, shaded seats with music being played at many intervals.  There will no buildings or dwellings in these parks.  There will be many open temples with seating for hundreds if not thousands.

WHAT WE WILL KNOW ABOUT EARTH & PEOPLE STILL THERE (Until  the end of the Millennium)

            The Lord, in individual meetings, will let us know the things we need to know, when we need to know them.  Revelations 22:5. We will not be able to see all things of Earth or we would see pain and suffering. We will not know what happens to those that don’t come to Heaven. Based on having no pain or suffering in Heaven,  it would seem that we would have no memory of those who do not accept the Lord (even after the Millennium – for all of eternity).

CHANGES WILL COME

After RESURRECTION (2^nd Resurrection)- the Bible  seems to be saying everything will change.  Rev.20:11.  Another earth will replace the one we know. Another Heaven will replace the one are that now exists. Rev. 21:1. It seems to be saying we  will take on Super powers –many as Jesus has but  not nearly as powerful, until then we are being prepared and used to prepare others. Revelations 22:14, and 22:16-17.

LASTING LESSON

Luke 16:9 “Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of the unrighteousness; that, when we fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations.”  This means that we are to win souls to Christ and make friends of all types of people for eternity and meet them as they enter into Heaven.”

Daniel 12:3 “And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”  This means that we are given rewards in Heaven on many levels.  So it is a positive message to be as good as you can (Evidence of Salvation and The Authority of the Bible) and witness to as many souls for the Lord as possible.

My studies of Revelations first comes from the Bible, several books that I have read, and of course the 27 Scholars (including Billy Graham, Charles Dyer, Tim La Haye, Hal Lindsay and the author of  “Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept” Daymond R. Duck. (Remember I am not saying that the Bible states this vision explicitly, only that as you read between the lines my sources seem to be in agreement that this is man’s humble interpretation.

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