8. The Truth About Heaven With Randy Alcorn

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Will we recognize people in Heaven? Will my pets be there? Will I remember my life?

In this episode, host Kristin Nave welcomes pastor and best-selling author Randy Alcorn to discuss insights on the Biblical teaching about heaven and eternal life, gleaned from over 40 years of research and study. Together, they explore the theology of resurrection, the physicality of heaven, and common misconceptions about the afterlife. Alcorn reflects deeply on personal experiences, including the influence of his late wife, Nancy, and addresses common questions about relationships, marriage, our beloved pets, and what we will do in Heaven.

• [00:18:24] Randy’s reflections about walking with Jesus on the new earth and the promise of resurrection.
• [00:21:20] Kristin's daughter’s question about oceans in heaven and the symbolic meaning of the seas in the Bible
• [00:25:31] Randy and Kristin talk about recognizing loved ones and our relationship with our spouses in heaven.
• [00:41:55] Randy shares biblical arguments for our pets in the new earth after resurrection.
• [00:50:12] Discussion on whether Believers who have died are aware about earthly happenings

Resources Mentioned:

• Randy Alcorn's Book: Heaven
• Heaven book for Kids
• Eternal Perspectives Ministries Website and Blog: www.epm.org

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Show Credits:

• Executive Producer & Host: Kristin Nave
• Producer : Jay Lee - Provision Podcasts
• Media Designer: Bethany Young

Guest Bio & Links

• Before starting EPM in 1990, Randy served as a pastor for fourteen years. He has a Bachelor of Theology and Master of Arts in Biblical Studies from Multnomah University and an Honorary Doctorate from Western Seminary in Portland, Oregon. He has taught on the adjunct faculties of both.

A New York Times bestselling author, Randy has written over sixty books, including Happiness, Heaven, The Treasure Principle, and the Gold Medallion winner Safely Home. His books have been translated into over seventy languages and have sold over twelve million copies. Randy has written for many magazines including EPM’s issues-oriented Eternal Perspectives as well as for The Gospel Coalition and Desiring God Ministries. He blogs, is active daily on Facebook and Twitter, and has been a guest on more than 700 radio, television and online programs including Focus on the Family, FamilyLife Today, and Revive Our Hearts.

Randy resides in Gresham, Oregon. He and his wife Nanci (who is now with Jesus) have two married daughters and five grandsons. Randy enjoys hanging out with his family, biking, underwater photography, research, listening to audiobooks, and reading.

• Links:
  • Eternal Perspectives Ministries: www.epm.org
  • Randy’s Blog
  • Randy’s Books

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