Of course they believe in it. Its not that, it has more to do with how we are percieved when we speak about it. As if we are zealots, or simple. "I love Jesus, and I'm gonna go to heaven where everything is nice etc." It sounds like insane escapism. We are sophisticated, Lets work on theology for a while, and become educated. Lets discuss the sacraments or the Trinity, something lofty and beyond a simpleton's understanding.
But I really I find it sad. I know I am sometimes embarrassed when the topic of heaven comes up, I'm not innocent. However, I think this needs to change. Yes, Heaven is but a part of the Rich Tapestry God has woven for us, but it is a very very important part.
Think about it, when we came to Christ, what was foremost in our minds? The Love of a God that would Give Himself so that we can escape a dying and dark world, for a perfect and bright place. Before we could discuss intricate doctrine, and play with the big boys, we loved the sound of heaven. I did, I know that.
I think its time we felt some "Childish Enthusiasm" about heaven. I think we ought to begin making fools of ourselves. God Came not to give us a happy life on earth, but a Perfect Life in Heaven. Bask in it brothers and sisters. Look to the skies. We have hope for tomorrow.
There's no tears in my eyes today
I've only got good things to say
The Son chased away the clouds of grey
I'm going to Heaven and I'm going to stay
All smiles there, no trials there
No fears there, no years there
I'm going to Heaven
We're going to Heaven
Our tickets are all paid to heaven that God made
So goodbye blue Monday, no pain on Sunday
I don't need no women or wine
When I got Heaven on my mind
Be so far above cloud nine
You and me and God until the end of time!
All smiles there, no trials there
No fears there, no years there
-The O.C. Supertones
Heaven
