Living Between Two Worlds
Philippians 1:19-26
Skip Heitzig
Philippians 1 (NKJV™) | |
19 | For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, |
20 | according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death. |
21 | For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. |
22 | But if I live on in the flesh, this will mean fruit from my labor; yet what I shall choose I cannot tell. |
23 | For I am hard pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better. |
24 | Nevertheless to remain in the flesh is more needful for you. |
25 | And being confident of this, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy of faith, |
26 | that your rejoicing for me may be more abundant in Jesus Christ by my coming to you again. |
New King James Version®, Copyright © 1982, Thomas Nelson, Inc. All rights reserved.
After studying about the believer's death, resurrection and heaven for four months now, maybe you can relate to these words by Puritan author, Thomas Watson, "Spiritual things satisfy; the more of heaven is in us, the less earth will content us." Knowing what we know now about the believer's future world, how can life be different in this present world?
What happens when a believer dies? What will heaven be like? What about infants and children who die? When do our bodies get resurrected? What will they be like? These questions and more occupy our thoughts from time to time. In this new series, From the Edge of Eternity, we will follow a believer from death into the different stages of eternity: the Intermediate State, the resurrection of the body, the Kingdom Age and the Eternal State. Since forever is a long time, it only makes sense that we both understand and prepare for this "ultimate journey".
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9/7/2008 completed
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Future-Town - Part 2 Revelation 21:22-22:5 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Today we will conduct a walk-through of your ultimate destination as a believer. We will walk with John as he describes what he saw as he was shown the New Jerusalem. It will be a social environment with such unique features, you'll have to bend and stretch your imagination just a bit. I will sum up this future cityscape by describing five conditions that will exist in God's Town |
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8/24/2008 completed
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Future-Town - Part 1 Revelation 21:9-21 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Our English word town is related to the German word zaun (tuin in Dutch). The original idea behind the meaning referred to a space that a fence or wall would enclose. The town of the future described in this chapter, also enclosed by a wall, will be so magnificent that even John's depiction leaves us scratching our heads. This is God's revelation of the future Eternal dwelling of all believers. Let's do a walk-through today. |
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8/17/2008 completed
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Six Things That Will Surprise You About Heaven Revelation 21:1-8 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary I began this series talking about all the things I heard people say at funerals about the afterlife, from turning into angels when you die to having to answer Peter's questions at the gates of heaven. I have discovered that most people's (even Christians) ideas about what heaven will be like are vastly different that what Scripture reveals. We turn now to the Eternal State--after our initial experience of the Throne room of heaven, after our bodily resurrection at the Rapture, after the Millennial Reign of Christ. Here's a few things that might surprise you further: |
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8/10/2008 completed
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Heaven on Earth - Part 3: When Politics are Perfect Revelation 20:4-6 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary It's the political season in our country and both sides are ramping up their platform to get as many votes as possible. The country is sharply divided on the two candidates but one thing is certain according to a recent poll: Americans consider both candidates to be risky if elected president. In Christ's Kingdom on earth, Christ will reign and all those who help Him administer will be in a glorified state, thereby minimizing any risk for shady politics. Get ready--you’re going to be part of the future political agenda of the King of Kings. |
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7/27/2008 completed
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Heaven on Earth - Part 2: The Bad Guy is Bound Revelation 20:1-3 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary This world has been so tainted and marred with sin and Satanic deception that it's impossible for us to even imagine what it would be like with Him out of the way. Thankfully we have a clear description of what that will be like during the 1000 year reign of Christ in the Kingdom Age. Today we see the drama of Satan's arrest and incarceration, as the ultimate "bad guy" gets put away to make way for this future era of peace, prosperity and righteousness. |
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7/20/2008 completed
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Heaven on Earth - Part 1 Revelation 20:1-3 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Mankind long ago gave up on the idea of a future Utopia. The idea of perpetual peace and undisturbed harmony became the stuff of fairy tale books. But that is precisely what God promised He will bring to this earth one day. And even though Satan has exercised a temporary authority over God's creation for several millennia, the story isn't over yet. Jesus Christ, who came two millennia ago as Savior, will return to rule as Sovereign for a thousand years. And no, this won't just be a spiritual kingdom in the hearts of His followers. This will be a literal dominion over a renewed earth. Let's explore this 1000 year phase of your eternal future. |
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7/13/2008 completed
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Gold, Silver, or Bronze? 2 Corinthians 5:9-11 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Next month, the eyes of the world will be on the Olympic Games in Beijing. Athletes from all over the world will compete, hoping to win the gold, silver or bronze medals that rank them as being some of the best on earth. This image of receiving an award from a judge on the raised platform of the Olympic Games is what Paul had in mind when he wrote about the future judgment of believers for their works on earth. Let’s see what this means. |
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6/29/2008 completed
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What on Earth is Going On in Heaven? Revelation 4-5 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary The above title is more than just a play on words. Although there will be many activities going on in heaven, worship is one of the few things that we can do "down here" on earth that we will also do "up there" in heaven. That means that one of the ways you can get closer to heaven is to engage in biblical worship right now. Let's tag along with John for his extended tour of heaven. |
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6/22/2008 completed
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A Sneak-Peek Into What's Up There Revelation 4:1-3 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary In the early morning of his last day on earth, Dwight L. Moody, awoke suddenly and said, "Earth recedes; heaven opens before me." Those near him thought he was dreaming. "No, this is no dream, it is beautiful. It is like a trance. If this is death, it is sweet. There is no valley here. God is calling me, and I must go." After that sneak-peek of heaven, Mr. Moody entered his heavenly home. Today lets begin to consider our future home by glimpsing God’s heavenly Throne Room. |
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6/8/2008 completed
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Jesus, Friend of Children Matthew 19:13-15 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Today's subject is a tender one. The death of infants and children is the greatest fear of any parent. Does the Bible speak clearly about what happens when they die? It certainly does and it also gives great comfort to many who suffer the horrible loss of a little one. In this series on Eternity we must consider this subject since it affects so many and will also help us understand the fate of those who, like children, have diminished capacities. |
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6/1/2008 completed
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Getting the Body You've Always Wanted 1 Corinthians 15:35-50 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary I know I've gotten your attention with the title! This is one of our culture's driving goals--to look trimmer, healthier, younger and stronger than we are. The solution happens to be in the future with the resurrection of our bodies--it will be the body you've always wanted. Scripture gives some wonderful descriptions of the future strength, beauty and permanence of our resurrected body. Let's consider what the Bible says about how you'll look then. |
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5/25/2008 completed
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Rise and Shine! 1 Corinthians 15:3-4;15:20-28 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary My mom used to saunter into my room to wake me up in the morning with a sweet call to "rise and shine!" One day our Savior will give a call for all His children to do the same! This week and next week we will be considering the resurrection of our bodies. Why is resurrection even necessary? What will our resurrected bodies be like? What capabilities will they possess? Will babies always be babies and the elderly always remain elderly when resurrected? As we begin, know this: the idea of resurrection isn't just a New Testament idea; it began long, long ago! |
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5/18/2008 completed
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Groaning for Glory 2 Corinthians 5:1-8 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary What sort of existence and experiences are departed believers enjoying right now? Is the heaven we go to when we die our final destination? Paul described it as "far better" (Phil. 1:23) but it's going to get even much better! Paul lightly touches on what happens when a Christian dies and awaits the resurrection, but it's enough to give us confidence. Let's consider today the "intermediate" or temporary transitional heaven before the resurrection of our bodies. |
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5/11/2008 completed
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View from Death's Door - Part 2 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary How can mortal man penetrate beyond the grave and find assurance and peace for his own heart? Philosophers won't help--they've been for centuries discussing life and death without any resolve. Scientists don't want to tread into the area of wrestling with such questions. Paul solved the problem when he wrote, "For this we say to you by the Word of the Lord." We don’t need to wonder or speculate. Why substitute human speculation when we have divine revelation? |
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5/4/2008 completed
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View From Death's Door - Part 1 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary Nathaniel Hawthorne once wrote, "A grave, wherever found, reaches a short and pithy sermon to the soul." He's right! Cemeteries remind us of our future on this earth--the only real estate we'll hold onto for awhile! But what happens to a believer after death? What about those who have died already? What are they doing now? Today and next week we will look at the experience of the death of the believer and what takes place afterwards. |
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4/27/2008 completed
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The Ultimate Journey Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 Skip Heitzig |
Info Message Summary What happens when a believer dies? What will heaven be like? What about infants and children who die? When do our bodies get resurrected? What will they be like? These questions and more occupy our thoughts from time to time. In this series, From the Edge of Eternity, we will follow a believer from death into the different stages of eternity: the Intermediate State, the resurrection of the body, the Kingdom Age and the Eternal State. Since forever is a long time, it only makes sense that we both understand and prepare for this "ultimate journey." |
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