Heaven has been the subject of many books, movies, and works of art throughout history. But what does the Bible say about what heaven looks like? Let's explore the descriptions of heaven in the Bible, what kind of body we will have in heaven, where heaven is located, and what we will do in heaven.
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What Does Heaven Look Like According to the Bible?
The Bible describes heaven as a place of unimaginable beauty and splendor. In Revelation 21, John describes seeing a new heaven and a new earth, with the holy city, the New Jerusalem, descending from God out of heaven. He describes the city as having walls of jasper, gates of pearl, and streets of gold. The city also has a river of the water of life and a tree of life that bears fruit every month.
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What Kind of Body Will We Have in Heaven?
In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul describes our bodies in heaven as being imperishable, glorious, and powerful. He says that our bodies will be raised in incorruption and sown in dishonor, but raised in glory. Our bodies will be transformed to be like the body of Jesus after His resurrection.
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Where is Heaven Located in the Universe?
The Bible does not give us a specific location for heaven, but it tells us that it is a spiritual realm, not a physical one. Jesus said in John 18:36 that His kingdom is not of this world, and in Colossians 3:2, Paul tells us to set our minds on things above, not on things on the earth.
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What Will We Do in Heaven?
The Bible tells us that we will be with God in heaven, worshiping and serving Him forever. Revelation 22:3 says that His servants will serve Him, and we will reign with Him forever and ever. We will have perfect communion with God and with each other, and there will be no more pain, sorrow, or death.
Although we cannot fully comprehend what heaven will be like, the Bible gives us glimpses of its beauty and splendor. We can be confident that we will have new, glorified bodies and will be in the presence of God, worshiping and serving Him forever. As we look forward to our future home, let us live our lives in light of eternity, seeking to honor God in all that we do.