No, you will not live forever in heaven according to the provided reference.
While many believe that heaven is our final destination, some interpretations suggest it's actually a temporary residence. According to the provided reference, heaven serves as a place we go to before Judgment Day.
The Journey of the Soul
Here's how it's described:
- Temporary Residence: Heaven is not where we will live forever. It is a temporary place of rest for the soul until Judgment Day.
- The Resurrection: After Judgment Day, we will be reunited with our bodies in a new physical world. This new world will be our final home.
- Forever with God: We will then live, body and soul, together with God forever. (Revelation 21:1-4)
Key Points
The reference emphasizes these important distinctions:
| Stage | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| After Death | Heaven | Temporary |
| After Judgment Day | New Physical World | Forever |
Understanding the Difference
- Heaven is a stop, not the final destination.
- Our bodies will be resurrected, and we will live in a new physical world.
So while we will spend time in heaven, it is not our ultimate, forever home. We will eventually live in a resurrected body on a new earth.
