Randy Alcorn:
Believers periodically tell me versions of the following: “We shouldn’t be thinking about reunion with loved ones, or the joys of Heaven. We should only be thinking about being united with Christ, who is our only treasure.” This sounds spiritual, but is it?
Paul says to his friends in Thessalonica, “We loved you so much” and “You had become so dear to us,” then speaks of his “intense longing” to be with them (1 Thessalonians 2:8, 17). In fact, Paul anticipates his ongoing relationship with the Thessalonians as part of his heavenly reward: “What is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Is it not you? Indeed, you are our glory and joy” (1 Thessalonians 2:19-20).
Isn’t this emphatic proof that it’s appropriate for us to deeply love people and look forward to being with them in Heaven?
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I can honestly say it will be good to see my loved ones again in heaven. I lost my father when he was only 63 so I missed a lot of time with him. I was blessed by this article. Thanks for posting it. You always find such interesting articles to share!