Heaven-Bound by Troy Nicholson “An overwhelming majority of Americans continue to believe there is life after death and that heaven and hell exist, according to a new study. Whats more, most think they are heaven-bound.” So begins an article in a recent Tennessean (“Poll: Many Americans believe theyre heaven-bound,” 10-25-03). What is heaven? Where is it that so many people believe they are bound? “46% described it as a ‘state of eternal existence in Gods presence,’ and... 30% said heaven is ‘an actual place of rest and reward where souls go after death.’” The understanding that most people have of heaven seems to be fairly much in line with what the Bible tells us is true. What a great place it will be! How do we get there? What must we do to be heaven-bound? The poll says that “born-again Christians... believe entry into heaven is solely based on confession of sins and faith in Jesus Christ.” While the Bible speaks of being born again (John 3:3-7; 1 Peter 1:23), it also speaks of more that must be done than confession and faith. For us to “walk in newness of life” (undergo a new birth), we must also be “buried with Him through baptism” (Romans 6:4); and Scripture makes it clear that baptism is immersion in water (Acts 8:36-39). But this does not mean that our ticket has been punched and is irrevocable. We also must “be faithful until death” to receive “the crown of life” (Revelation 2:10). Are you heaven-bound? Are you on the path that leads to eternal rest with God? Many who think they are heaven-bound are in for a rude awakening. Many who confess the Lords name will be told to depart from Him because they have not done the Fathers will (Matthew 7:21-23). But those who are faithful will hear the Lord say, “Come, you blessed of My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you” (Matt. 25:34). Thats what I want to hear!
Posted on: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 10:03:27 +0000
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