As the glories of the new heavens and new earth are stated, they are reminiscent of the glories of Eden-yet far better, for believers will behold Christ's face for eternity.

In the epilogue of Revelation, and the final verses of the Bible, final thoughts are stated to draw Christians to hope for heaven and unbelievers to come to Christ.

Behind the occasion of any conversion-whether ordinary or extraordinary-is always an extraordinary Savior, who came to seek and to save the lost, like Zacchaeus.

Longing for the Lord to return is evidence of salvation and spiritual health. And the resurrection of Jesus is the ground for the return of Jesus.

A healthy church is known for its mission-mindedness, as well as it evidence of true repentance.

The eternal New Jerusalem - heaven - will be marked by several unique features.

A healthy church can be recognized by its commitment to preaching and applying the truth. One way this will be manifested is joyfulness in suffering.

Those who reject the Lord and His truth face an -inheritance- of the eternal lake of fire. Those who are true believers will enjoy an eternity basking in the glory of God.