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Animals on the New Earth, and Yes, Why I Believe That Includes Cats!

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

When I was answering a question about animals and the New Earth, a comment was said about cats. I have to shake my head at this often-repeated joke, because I’ve been in three different churches where the pastor said from the pulpit that he thinks all dogs go to Heaven, but not cats. It’s good for laughs, but not funny to people who love their cats.

A 2007 Photo Makes Me Think of God’s Children Now in Heaven, and Anticipate Eternal Reunion

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

I came across this photo last week and was reminded of the great time Nanci and I had back in 2007 at the Desiring God National Conference in Minneapolis. With John MacArthur’s recent passing, most of the people in this picture are now in Christ’s presence.

Does a Belief in Calvinism Lend Itself to Black and White Thinking?

article - Randy Alcorn

My goal is not to be a consistent Calvinist but a consistent interpreter of Scripture. The Bible is my authority, not any church leader or theologian.

What You Do for the Glory of Jesus Will Last Forever: Answering Questions about Eternal Rewards

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

Sometimes we have an anti-works mentality, which is unfortunate since immediately after saying we are not saved by our works, God tells us “we are His workmanship created in Christ Jesus to do good works” (Ephesians 2:8-10).

Did God Hear My Prayer to Allow My Mom in Heaven to Comfort Me?

article - Doreen Button

If your mom loved Jesus, she is with Him right now and if you love Jesus, the two (three counting your Father) will be together again when all His followers are united once and for all on the New Earth. Be patient; spend time thanking God for the years you had with your mom, and for the opportunities to serve Him by serving her.

Ron Blue and I Share about Generosity, and What Louie Giglio Said That Made Me Laugh

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

In February, I attended the Kingdom Advisors annual conference, which gathered 2,500 Christian financial professionals who influence their clients to give generously to God’s kingdom. This is a picture of Ron Blue, the founder of Kingdom Advisors, and I being interviewed by Sharon Epps, who’s their president. We have a lot of fun together!

God Is Doing Far More Miracles Than We Realize—Every Day in Human Hearts

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

It may seem that, compared to what we see in Scripture, visible miracles are very few and far between today. But greater invisible miracles are in fact are happening all the time around us as God regenerates hard human hearts. Hence, God is doing far more miracles than we realize.

Did God Say No to My Desire to Have Children Because I Need to Suffer to Be Like Christ?

article - Eternal Perspective Ministries

God uses our suffering in this broken world, in many forms (including infertility and grief), to conform us to His image and to cause us to place our hope in Him alone. Only He can bring beauty out of such ashes.

How Can We Avoid “Believing” the Bible While Denying What It Actually Says?

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

In order to delight and meditate on the law of the Lord, we must understand correctly what Scripture actually says.

Will Someone Who Prayed to Receive Jesus as a Child, But Never Showed Signs of Following Him, Still Be Saved?

article - Eternal Perspective Ministries

Something radical and transformative happens when someone chooses to follow Christ; Jesus calls it being born again (John 3:3). While salvation is 100% His work, and we can’t contribute to it, as a joyful result of being His disciples, we are called to take up our cross and follow Jesus daily.

The Best Part of the New Earth Will Be Enjoying God’s Presence

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

The presence of God is the essence of Heaven. John Milton put it, “Thy presence makes our Paradise, and where Thou art is Heaven.” Heaven will be a physical extension of God’s goodness.

The Happiness of Knowing Christ Accomplished My Redemption

article - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

The most liberating truth, the most happy-making reality, is that my redemption does not depend on me. It was accomplished by the God-Man Jesus. As Revelation 5 demonstrates, only Christ is worthy to accomplish redemption.

Why Did God Decide to Create Me? When I Feel Useless, What Purpose Does He Have for Me?

article - Doreen Button

Our culture tells us that we have to constantly be doing, and the more people see us doing, the better. If we haven’t checked off dozens of to-do boxes each day, we’re not worthwhile. God doesn’t see things that way.

Why Thinking Accurately about the Future Heaven Is Vital

video - Randy Alcorn Randy's blog

Tragically, most people do not find their joy in Christ and Heaven. In fact, many people find no joy at all when they think about Heaven.

How Should Christians View Stewardship of the Earth, Since It Will One Day Be Destroyed before Being Resurrected?

article - Randy Alcorn

Yes, I think Genesis 1-2 is the best argument for caring for the earth since Adam and Eve were given responsibility for the garden and the animals.

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