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  1. Longing for Our Heavenly Home

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    Longing for Our Heavenly Home — a word by Pastor Bill Young from The Rock Church in Draper, UT. "Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God,"

    “Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.” (Hebrews 11:16 NIV84)

    Mary and I recently returned from a delightful vacation in one of our favorite places — Boothbay Harbor, Maine. We had a fantastic time; however, I must admit, the many lobsters I enjoyed didn’t have the same fate!

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  2. Beyond Imagination

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    In Titus 3:7, the Apostle Paul mentions two things that are so remarkable. In fact, when you read them, it feels almost too good to be true:

    “So that being justified by His grace we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.” Titus 3:7

    I want to consider two truths:

    Truth #1: We are Justified.

    Truth #2:  We are Heirs.

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  3. Excited About Heaven

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    Excited About Heaven – a word from Pastor Bill Young from The Rock Church in Draper, UT. "heaven will make life on this earth seem like a dirty outhouse. Indeed, there will be joy beyond our comprehension"

    “…set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” — Colossians 3:1-2 (NIV84)

    Not long ago, I taught about the reality of heaven. It reminded me how amazing heaven will be compared to this earth. We have such a blessing waiting for us. This truth hit home for me during a particularly powerful experience a few years ago. 

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