What a wonderful topic! Here are some Bible verses about heaven and eternal life:
**Heaven**
1. "And I saw the heavens opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True..." (Revelation 19:11)
2. "In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. For I go to prepare a place for you." (John 14:2)
3. "But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." (1 Corinthians 2:9)
4. "And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this is the Lord; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation." (Isaiah 25:9)
**Eternal Life**
1. "This is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent." (John 17:3)
2. "And this shall be my covenant with them, saith the Lord; My spirit, which is upon thee, and thy seed, and thy sons, and thy daughters, shall be my servants." (Ezekiel 37:26)
3. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)
4. "And they shall be mine, saith the Lord of hosts, that moment when ye shall eat this very bread, and say every man to his neighbour, 'The Lord is my God'..." (Zechariah 14:21)
**The Nature of Heaven**
1. "But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him." (1 Corinthians 2:9)
2. "And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away..." (Revelation 21:1)
3. "The city had no need of sun or moon, for the glory of God illuminated it; and its lamp was the Lamb." (Revelation 21:23)
**The Joy of Heaven**
1. "And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this is the Lord; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation." (Isaiah 25:9)
2. "Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven..." (Matthew 5:12)
**The Hope of Heaven**
1. "And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them." (Revelation 14:13)
2. "For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory..." (2 Corinthians 4:17)
These verses give us a glimpse into the wonders of heaven and eternal life, where we will experience joy, hope, and the presence of God.
Here are some Bible verses that talk about heaven and what happens after we die:
**Reassurance of Eternal Life**
* "And if the first crop is destroyed, it will be reaped. And if anyone dies, they were already in a sense dead." - John 11:25-26 (Jesus speaking to Martha)
* "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die." - John 11:25
**The Nature of Heaven**
* "Now we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands." - 2 Corinthians 5:1
* "But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ," - Philippians 3:20
**What Happens to Our Souls**
* "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16
* "And if anyone's name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire." - Revelation 20:15 (referring to the final judgment)
**The Joy and Comfort of Heaven**
* "Do not be amazed at this," Jesus said. "What is surprising is that the sun should shine again after darkening; that the living should laugh again after mourning; that you should walk again in joy instead of sorrow." - Matthew 9:20-21 (Jesus speaking about life after death)
* "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." - Matthew 5:4
**The Reality of Heaven**
* "We have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands." - 2 Corinthians 5:1
* "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away." - Luke 21:33
**The Hope of Resurrection**
* "For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the archangel's call, and with the trumpet blast. The dead in Christ will rise first; then we who are still alive will be taken to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will always be with the Lord!" - 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
* "But our eyes were not fixed on what is seen; if so, we would have become spectators of their triumph, not participants in it." - 2 Corinthians 5:7 (referring to being raised from the dead)
These verses offer a glimpse into the beauty and comfort of heaven after death.
A fascinating topic!
In the Book of Revelation, John describes Heaven as a place of eternal joy, peace, and beauty. Here are some key points:
1. **New Jerusalem**: In Revelation 21:2, God promises to make all things new, and John sees a new heaven and a new earth, with the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven (Revelation 21:2-3). This city is described as having 12 gates, three on each side, with angels standing at each gate (Revelation 21:12).
2. **Golden Streets**: The streets of the new Jerusalem are said to be paved with gold (Revelation 21:21), symbolizing the value and preciousness of those who live there.
3. **River of Life**: In the midst of this city, John sees a river flowing from the throne of God, which is described as the river of life (Revelation 22:1-2). This river is said to be crystal-clear, indicating spiritual purity and refreshment.
4. **Tree of Life**: On either side of the river, John sees the Tree of Life, whose fruit is for the healing of the nations (Revelation 22:2). This tree represents eternal life, nourishment, and restoration.
5. **No More Suffering or Pain**: In Heaven, there will be no more suffering, crying, or pain (Revelation 21:4), as God wipes away every tear from our eyes (Revelation 21:4).
6. **God's Presence**: The presence of God is described as shining down on the city, and His glory fills the new Jerusalem (Revelation 21:23-24). This emphasizes God's intimate relationship with those who dwell in Heaven.
7. **No More Night or Darkness**: In Heaven, there will be no more night or darkness, only the light of the Lamb (Jesus Christ) shining brightly (Revelation 22:5).
8. **Eternal Life**: The essence of Heaven is eternal life, where all believers will live forever with God and experience His loving presence.
9. **Celestial Music**: John hears a chorus of heavenly music, including the sound of harps, singing the praises of God (Revelation 14:2-3; 15:2-4).
10. **The Presence of Jesus**: Throughout Revelation, Jesus is described as the central figure in Heaven, seated on His throne, and reigning supreme.
These descriptions paint a vivid picture of Heaven as a place where God dwells among His people, free from suffering and pain, filled with eternal life, beauty, and joy.
A beautiful topic!
When someone we love passes away, it's natural to wonder what happens next. The Bible offers some comforting words and insights on this very topic.
Here are a few verses that might bring solace:
1. **John 14:2-3**: "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."
In this passage, Jesus is reassuring his disciples (and us!) that when we pass away, we'll be going home to be with Him in heaven.
2. **Philippians 1:23**: "I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far."
The apostle Paul is expressing his longing to be with Jesus in heaven, where he believes there's a greater reward than anything on earth.
3. **2 Corinthians 5:8**: "We are of good courage, even though we are weary and worn out, since we have hoped in the Lord. We will always be with the Lord."
In this verse, Paul is emphasizing that when we die, our spirits will immediately go to be with the Lord, where there's no more sorrow or pain.
4. **Luke 16:19-21**: "Now there was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and lived in luxury every day. But the table was prepared before him and he did not care about it, and so he went away and laid his wealth at the feet of the poor man named Lazarus, because even when he was full he was not satisfied. Then, too, a traveler came to town and said, 'Rise up quickly! Leave your belongings behind, for you are now rich and will be rewarded.'"
This parable is often seen as an encouragement to live a life that honors God while we're still on earth, knowing that our spirits will go home to heaven when we die.
5. **Revelation 21:4**: "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
In this beautiful passage, John is describing the ultimate reality in heaven, where there's no more suffering or sorrow.
These verses offer a glimpse into what happens when we leave our mortal bodies behind and return to our heavenly Father. May they bring comfort and hope to those who are grieving and seeking answers about life after death.
Here are some Bible verses that speak to entering Heaven:
1. **John 14:2-3**: "In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. For I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." (Jesus is speaking about preparing a place in Heaven for us.)
2. **Luke 12:33-34**: "Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which do not grow old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief doth come near, neither doth moth spoil: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also." (This verse speaks to storing up treasures in Heaven rather than on earth.)
3. **Revelation 21:4**: "And God shall wipe away all tears from their faces; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." (This verse describes the joy and absence of suffering in Heaven.)
4. **Philippians 3:20-21**: "For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ: Who shall change his body of our humiliation, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subject all things unto himself." (This verse speaks to our eternal citizenship being in Heaven and looking forward to a transformed body.)
5. **Matthew 25:34**: "Then shall the King say unto him, 'Verily I say unto thee, Inasmuch as thou hast done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, thou hast done it unto me.'" (This verse highlights the importance of serving others and how that service can lead to a place in Heaven.)
6. **1 Corinthians 15:50-54**: "Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; neither shall corruption inherit incorruption. Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed." (This verse speaks to our transformation into eternal, heavenly bodies.)
7. **Hebrews 12:22-24**: "But ye are come unto mount Sion, and unto the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem, and to an innumerable company of angels, To the general assembly and church of the firstborn, which are written in heaven, and to God the Judge of all, and to the spirits of just men made perfect;" (This verse describes our entrance into Heaven as a "general assembly" where we will join other believers, angels, and the spirits of righteous people.)
8. **2 Corinthians 5:1-10**: "For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven..." (This verse speaks to our desire for an eternal home in Heaven and our confidence that we will be given new, heavenly bodies.)
These verses give us a glimpse into the joy, comfort, and transformation that await those who enter Heaven.
Here are some beautiful and encouraging Bible verses that speak to the hope of heaven:
1. **John 14:2-3** - "In my Father's house are many rooms; if not, I would have told you. For I go 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."
2. **Philippians 3:20-21** - "For our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform both the body and the heart of your kingdom into a kingdom like his own."
3. **Revelation 21:4** - "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
4. **2 Corinthians 5:8** - "If so, then we are blessed, and at home in the presence of God because of our faith in him."
5. **Hebrews 12:22-24** - "But you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. You have come to thousands upon thousands of angels in joyful assembly, to the church that is the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. You are coming to God himself, your compassionate Father."
6. **Luke 16:19-31** (the story of Lazarus) - "Now there was a rich man who lived in the city, and he would not help those in need. But when the rich man died, he did not lay down his wealth as wealth that could be used to help people in their time of need, but 'Abraham said, 'Son, remember that in your lifetime you received good things, what you used well, just as bad people also receive good things. But now he is asking for one thing only: that between himself and the rich man nothing be taken.' The rich man asked, 'Then bring back Lazarus so that he can warn my brothers about the errors they are committing.'"
7. **1 Peter 3:10-12** - "The eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous and his ears toward their cry for justice; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil." (This verse speaks to the idea that heaven is where we will finally experience true justice and righteousness.)
8. **Matthew 25:34-40** - "Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world.'"
9. **Revelation 22:4-5** - "The throne of God and of the Lamb will be in the city. His servants will serve him. They will see his face, and his name will be on their foreheads."
10. **Psalm 16:11** - "You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand."
These verses remind us that heaven is a place where we will experience:
* A new and perfect body
* No more sorrow, pain, or tears
* A home among angels and the saints
* Face-to-face fellowship with God
* Eternal joy and pleasure
May these verses bring hope and encouragement to your heart!
Here are some popular and comforting Bible verses about heaven that can be used in funeral services:
1. **John 14:2-3** - "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."
2. **Revelation 21:4** - "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away."
3. **1 Corinthians 15:50-52** - "I declare to you, brothers and sisters, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God. Nor does the eye go out and say, 'I will see,' or again, 'My ear will hear.'... When I am raised to life again, you can be sure that my new body will not be made of flesh and blood."
4. **Luke 16:19-26** - "There was a rich man who would dress in the finest clothes every day. But a poor man named Lazarus carried out the garbage from the rich man's doorstep. Despite his great wealth, the rich man did not care about Lazarus... So they called to him, 'How long will you keep us in this place?' He said, 'If they do not hear Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be convinced if someone rises from the dead.'"
5. **2 Corinthians 5:8** - "We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body, at home with the Lord."
6. **Philippians 1:21-23** - "For to me, to live is Christ; but to die is gain. But what if it were not so? If it were just for my own life, then I could do something foolishly bold... I have a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better."
7. **Matthew 25:23** - "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master!'"
8. **Revelation 22:12-14** - "Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will pay promptly and fairly to everyone according to what they have done. And I will make them lie down in green pastures, leading them beside quiet waters."
9. **John 5:24-25** - "Very truly I tell you, the person who hears my message and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be condemned; they have crossed over from death to life."
10. **Psalm 23:1-4** - "The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul and guides me along the right paths for his name's sake."
These verses offer comfort to those grieving the loss of a loved one, reminding them that heaven is a place of eternal life, joy, and peace.
I think you might be referring to a beautiful passage in the Bible that describes the beauty and splendor of heaven. The verse you're likely thinking of is:
"And the streets of the city were pure gold, like transparent glass." - Revelation 21:21 (NIV)
This verse is part of John's vision of the new Jerusalem, which he wrote about in the book of Revelation. In this passage, John describes a beautiful and glorious city that comes down from heaven to earth, and it's filled with all sorts of amazing things.
The "streets of gold" are just one example of the incredible beauty of this city. The phrase is often used to describe the glory and majesty of heaven, where God dwells among his people. It's a place where there will be no more suffering, pain, or tears, but only joy, love, and worship.
Other Bible verses that might be related to your question include:
* "Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool." - Isaiah 66:1 (NIV)
* "And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband." - Revelation 21:2 (NIV)
These verses all point to the idea that heaven is a place of incredible beauty and glory, where God dwells among his people in love and joy.