One of the biggest misconceptions
about Heaven is the thought that when we pass into our new lives, we will start
from scratch and begin a new life. However, Scripture shows that our current
lives prepare us for Heaven and there is direct continuity. In other words, as
Christians we don’t stop this life and start over, our lives continue!
But all those sins and burdens that weighed us down in this life will be
gone.
Will we still have memories of this
life? Of course! After all, we are shaped by our experiences. If God suddenly
did away with my past, “Blake” wouldn’t be going to Heaven… someone else who
somewhat resembles Blake would be going to Heaven. I wouldn’t retain my
identity.
One of the biggest questions I had
about Heaven was, “How can I enjoy Heaven knowing the fact that loved ones are
suffering for eternity in Hell?”
