Visions of Heaven

Vision of Heaven

I had a beautiful vision of Heaven. It was so peaceful. There were no homeless. Nobody starved or was naked. There were no intoxicating drugs or diseases. It seemed like it was another planet (“… thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven”) much like earth. Similar to earth before pollution, developments, or nuclear waste.

Heaven’s landscape was perfect. Imagine the continents of Africa, Asia, and North America before industrial pollutants and developing. The pure jungles, deserts, mountains, forests, open pastures, gardens, and beaches in their natural beauty.

The animals, sea creatures, and birds all lived in harmony. And much like earth God seeded Heaven in His own image once again. As Adam was to earth, Jesus is to Heaven, except that Jesus was not from dust. Jesus ascended to Heaven from earth as the Holy Bible describes to prepare it for God’s children.

After Jesus arrived to Heaven and finished His preparation, God put Him to sleep and took His rib just like Adam and made Jesus a suitable partner. This is the bride that Jesus loved, honored, and respected. Jesus is sinless and unlike Eve and her being tricked by the devil, Jesus’ bride did not have that temptation to fall prey to by Satan. Jesus rules Heaven (“Christ is now in Heaven, where he sits at the right side of God. All angels, authorities, and powers are under His control.” 1 Peter 3:22) with peace, justice, and love.

How everyone on earth is born unto sin, except for Jesus, Heaven is seeded with perfection and all of God’s glory. All of Jesus’ descendants are sinless as well in Heaven. Nobody is jealous of another. There is no crime, stealing, or murder. There are no lies. There is no pain and suffering. We get along with everyone. We share with everyone. We are patient, loving, and kind. We are happy. Trials and tribulations do not exist. Everyone worships God and thanks Him for Jesus our King of Kings and our new home in Heaven.

Glory to God in the highest and peace to His people on earth.

Let us all share in this vision and strive for this destination together.

D. Thomas
11/06

Where is my somebody?

Where is my somebody?

Denzel Washington just put out a book entitled “A Hand to Guide Me.” The book tells how every great and/or successful man, whether he be a politician, musician, or just an average Joe receiving an employee of the month award, had a positive influence in his life. I sat at Borders and read the first sixteen pages of the book and had to buy it. I couldn’t help to think “wow” it’s so true. There are days I prayed that I had that "somebody" in my life to give me that “gentle nudge” to put me back on track.

Lord, you know I’m grateful that
you were always in my life
But you know it would have been nice to have
a hug that was tangible
A kind word from somebody older, wiser
Somebody to understand me
Somebody to care about me enough to
give me some guidance in life
All I had was your Word and Son
Which I couldn’t thank you enough for, but
It just would have been nice Lord…
It just would have been nice...

Anybody can be successful by any measure. With or without fathers. With or without mentors. Just the ones “without” will have to work a little harder, have to put in a little more effort, and have a little more courage.

To all out there “without.” Keep your eye on the prize. Stay focused. You will succeed in life even if you have to do it by yourself and you will be a better person for it. Never give up!

D. Thomas
December 2006