The Real Heaven: What the Bible Actually Says
Ebook
Overview
Heaven has received a lot of attention in recent years as bestselling books and movies have told the stories of people who claim to have been there. But what does the Bible actually say about heaven? What difference does it make? What happens the moment after we die? What will our relationships be like in heaven?
Chip Ingram sets aside the hype and myths and digs into the Scriptures to discover what God actually wants us to know about the hereafter. Most importantly, Ingram shows why our understanding of heaven matters now, in this life. Because what we believe about heaven actually affects us today in ways we may not have imagined.
From the Back Cover
Amid all the popular conjecture about Heaven, what does the Bible actually say? And why does it matter?
"Heaven is a surprisingly popular topic in our culture--there is no shortage of books, films, and other media exploring the afterlife. But what does the Bible say? God has provided us with a tantalizing glimpse of Heaven in His Word. Chip Ingram helps us navigate Scripture’s teaching and separate fact from fiction in this practical, readable book."--Jim Daly, president, Focus on the Family
"My friend Chip Ingram is a compelling communicator of Truth. The Real Heaven shows us why Heaven matters and gives us guidance as we live with an eternal perspective and personal hope. Don’t miss this book!"--Jack Graham, pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church
"Understanding Heaven is not a waste of time. For Christians, it’s one of the most important things we can do! Hope in the promise of what God has prepared for us in the future can make the present much more meaningful, and Chip helps us cling to that hope as he explains The Real Heaven."--Dave Stone, pastor, Southeast Christian Church, Louisville, KY
Top Highlights
“We are commanded to set our hearts on ‘things above’ and we are commanded to set our minds on ‘things above.’” (source)
“There will be activity and work to be done. We will be productive, and there will be adventure and new experiences. We will learn, work, and create. Songs will be written. Art, music, and culture will be created as we continue to learn of the infinite wisdom and glory of God.” (source)
“You participate in magnificent worship with angels and believers before the throne of God and Christ” (source)
“Heaven will be wonderful for everyone, but it will not be equal. What you do in this life will have direct impact on the quality of life in Heaven. No one will have a bad life in Heaven, but some will have greater reward than others. I encourage you to carefully read Jesus’ teaching in the parable of the talents (Matt. 25). People were rewarded differently based on how they used what had been entrusted to them.” (source)
“Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” (source)
Chip Ingram is the senior pastor of Venture Christian
Church in Los Gatos, California, and teaching pastor and CEO of
Living on the Edge, an international teaching and discipleship
ministry. A pastor for over thirty years, Chip has a unique ability
to communicate truth and challenge people to live out their faith.
Chip is the author of many books, including Culture Shock,
The Real Heaven, The Invisible War, and Love, Sex,
and Lasting Relationships. Chip and his wife, Theresa, have
four grown children and eleven grandchildren and live in
California.
Lance Witt is the founder of Replenish ministries, the
author of Replenish the book, and is often referred to as a
pastor's pastor. Before launching Replenish, Lance served twenty
years as a senior pastor and six years as an executive/teaching
pastor at Saddleback Church. Lance and his wife, Connie, have been
two grown children and four granddaughters.