How do we prepare for heaven?
Revelation 21:1 - 5
ESV - 1 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and the sea was no more. 2 And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
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Asked December 19 2024
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Anonymous
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Jack Gutknecht
This is an interesting question. I'll cite 3 verses to support my answer: John 3:16; 11:25; and Romans 6:23.
John 3:16:
This verse is the core message of salvation through faith in Jesus, emphasizing that God's love led him to send his Son so that anyone who believes can have eternal life.
John 11:25:
Jesus says "I am the resurrection and the life," indicating that believing in Him grants access to eternal life beyond physical death.
Romans 6:23:
This verse highlights the consequence of sin as death, but also emphasizes that the "gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord".
In summary, to prepare for heaven, one must accept Jesus Christ as his Savior and live a life guided by faith in him.
Jack Gutknecht
Believe on Christ. Live for Christ. Then, speak for Christ. Matthew 28:19-20 and 1 Peter 3:15. Here's a breakdown of these verses and how they guide believers in preparing for Heaven by sharing their faith:
1. Matthew 28:19-20 (The Great Commission):
Jesus commands His followers to:
Go and make disciples of all nations.
Baptize them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Teach them to obey everything He has commanded.
This emphasizes the active role believers have in spreading the Gospel and guiding others toward a relationship with Christ.
2. 1 Peter 3:15:
Peter encourages believers to:
Revere Christ as Lord in their hearts.
Always be prepared to give an answer to anyone who asks about their hope.
Do so with gentleness and respect.
This highlights the importance of living in a way that invites curiosity about your faith and responding with humility and clarity.
Together, these passages call Christians to live out their faith in a way that:
Reflects the transformative power of the Gospel.
Actively seeks to introduce others to Jesus.
Demonstrates a readiness to share the hope of eternal life, guided by love and respect.