1 Corinthians 15:51-54

Listen, I tell you a mystery: We will not all sleep, but we will all be changed — in a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be…

Romans 8:24-25

In this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently. — Romans…

Hebrews 11:1

Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. — Hebrews 11:1

Genesis 12:1-4

The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your…

Hebrews 6:19-20

We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. — Hebrews 6:19-20

The First One There

Wednesday, January 18, 2017 The First One There But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.—1 Corinthians 15:20 A question I’m often asked about Heaven is whether we will…

Philippians 1:6

“Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”— Philippians 1:6

When a Christian Dies

Tuesday, January 17, 2017 When a Christian Dies Yes, we are fully confident, and we would rather be away from these earthly bodies, for then we will be at home with the Lord.—2 Corinthians 5:8 A number of books have…

1 Peter 5:6-10

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like…