I had one friend during my high school years. We shared interests in tennis, chess, and electronics. He lived across the street from me with his wife and three kids. He was a superb craftsman. He was also a Seventh-Day Adventist. I read some of Ellen G. White’s books. I cannot explain the theology.
One day we were walking home from the tennis courts as he explained heaven to me. “When we are in heaven, everything is perfect. We will play perfect games of tennis.”
I replied, “How boring that would be!”
I’ve studied the Bible for decades. I have no real clue that would tell me facts about the afterlife.
However, I do know that Jesus’ first message was to announce the Kingdom of Heaven was here, surrounding us, infusing us. In this life. Helping us live with-God.
I find debates about some future heaven tedious. Arguing from assumptions is only an intellectual game. I think I’ll just follow Jesus in the Kingdom of Heaven right now. I hope I can live up to the expectations of being a follower.
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