From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Heaven captures the imagination, but it is not an imaginary place. It is not a fantasyland in which to dwell. It is not a place one can travel to and come back again—at least not in our earthbound life. Heaven is a literal place.

The wonderful book of Proverbs is deep and wide because it is the voice of wisdom speaking to our hearts. It is the Lord Jesus Himself gathering up His eternal attributes that call to us with His understanding, truth, righteousness, knowledge and instruction, prudence and discretion, reverence, counsel, strength, love, riches and honor, justice, rejoicing, blessing, wisdom, mercy, grace and eternal life. This is what Heaven is and will be forever.

Generations have been thrilled with the song, “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands.” Yes, the whole world takes up just a smidgen. The Bible says, “Who has measured the waters in the hollow of His hand, measured heaven with a span? … The nations are as a drop in a bucket” (Isaiah 40:12, 15). More important than Heaven capturing our imagination is the God of Heaven capturing our souls. Just because Heaven is beyond the reach of our satellites and telescopes does not mean that Heaven is beyond the reach of our hearts. The key to finding Heaven is finding Christ.

When the day is finished people generally head for home. Far better than any dream imaginable is the supernatural transformation that will take place for all of God’s people when He transports us to His heavenly home, and all those who belong to Him. Don’t miss it!

(This column is based on the words and writings of the late Rev. Billy Graham.)

Are you sure you’ll go to Heaven? You can be sure.