Hey kids! Today, we’re going to talk about a really cool place that you’ve probably heard about before: Heaven! Heaven is a place that lots of people talk about, but what does the Bible—the special book that tells us about God—say about it? Let’s dig in!
What is Heaven?
Heaven is a wonderful place where God lives. The Bible says, “In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?” (John 14:2). This means that Heaven is like a big, awesome house with lots of rooms and that Jesus is getting it ready for us. Imagine the best place you’ve ever been to and then multiply that by a gazillion! That’s how amazing Heaven is.
Who Lives in Heaven?
God the Father, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit are in Heaven. They are part of what we call the Holy Trinity, which is like a special family of three persons but one God. The angels live there too! These are special beings that serve God and sometimes visit Earth to help us or give us messages.
What’s it Like in Heaven?
No More Tears or Pain
In Heaven, you don’t have to worry about getting hurt, being sad, or feeling sick. The Bible says, “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore” (Revelation 21:4). That sounds like a very happy place, doesn’t it?
Always Bright and Beautiful
Heaven is also incredibly bright and beautiful. Imagine the most beautiful colors you’ve ever seen, but even more amazing! The Bible says, “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp” (Revelation 21:23). “The Lamb” here is another name for Jesus.
Full of Love and Joy
Heaven is a place where everyone loves each other, and there’s joy everywhere. In Heaven, you’ll be so happy that you’ll want to sing and dance all the time. The Bible says, “In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore” (Psalm 16:11).
How Do We Get to Heaven?
Believing in Jesus
The Bible tells us that to go to Heaven, we need to believe in Jesus and follow Him. Jesus said, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6). That means if you want to go to this wonderful place called Heaven and be with God, you need to trust in Jesus.
Doing Good Things
Doing good things doesn’t get us to Heaven, but it’s something that people who believe in Jesus want to do. The Bible says, “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). So, we do good things to show others how great God is, not to earn our way into Heaven.
What Will We Do in Heaven?
Worshiping God
In Heaven, one of the things we’ll do is worship God. That means saying how great He is and singing songs to Him. The Bible talks about this, saying, “Day and night they never cease to say, ‘Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come!'” (Revelation 4:8).
Enjoying God’s Creation
We will also enjoy all the wonderful things God has made. Heaven will have beautiful gardens, rivers, and maybe even animals. God originally made the world to be perfect, and Heaven is that perfection.
Being with Loved Ones
If our family and friends believe in Jesus, we will get to be with them in Heaven too. That means even if someone we love has gone to Heaven before us, we’ll get to see them again one day.
Questions Kids Often Ask
Will my Pet be in Heaven?
The Bible doesn’t say much about pets in Heaven. But we know that God loves all His creations, so it’s possible. Some Christians believe that pets do go to Heaven, while others think that maybe they don’t. It’s a question we can’t answer for sure right now.
Can People in Heaven See Us?
The Bible doesn’t say that people in Heaven can see what we’re doing here on Earth. But it does say that they are in a place of joy and peace. So, they are definitely happy.
When Will Heaven Happen?
We don’t know exactly when we will go to Heaven. But the important thing is to be ready by believing in Jesus and following Him. The Bible says, “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour” (Matthew 25:13).
And there you have it, kids! Heaven is a really awesome place, and God wants us all to be there with Him one day. All we have to do is believe in Jesus and try to live like He taught us. So, the next time you look up at the sky and wonder what’s out there, just remember that Heaven is waiting, and it’s more incredible than we can even imagine!
