Imagine that you are in a courtroom and you are on trial. The judge and the jury have to weigh the evidence and decide whether or not you are guilty. How would you feel if you were convicted of a violation of the law? How would you respond if your lawyer

When the apostle John and Ellen Harmon had their visions of heaven, do you think they wondered who would be there: who would be prepared to enter and become citizens of God’s kingdom?

Have you ever dreamed of a new house, or a room of your own? What color would it be? What would be in it? Can you imagine Jesus designing a place just for you?

“Oh, another dreary day. Nothing exciting is going to happen.” When was the last time you felt like that? John the disciple probably did on the island of Patmos. But something exciting did happen one day—he saw a vision of heaven and the new earth! Imagin

Remember Cleopas and his friend who met Jesus on the road to Emmaus? Remember how excited they were to hear Him explain all the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah?

When hope combines with faith, you can’t help getting excited and telling others!

Have you ever cried yourself to sleep, only to wake up in the morning filled with hope?

Is it possible to trust God so much that you can forget about your troubles and show love and compassion to another person?

Have you ever been on a long car trip and wanted to stay awake to help the person driving not get sleepy? if you had a hard time staying awake, then perhaps you understand the experience of Jesus' disciples when He needed them most.

When have you been part of a cheering crowd at a sporting event? How did it feel to be part of a group with the same goal—the winning of your favorite players? Jesus knew it was good to be part of a united team.