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50 Things You Need to Know About Heaven
Answers to Your Questions About Heaven
We all want to know what happens after we die. Will we go to heaven? What will we do there? Will we see our loved ones?
It turns out the Bible is filled with answers to your most important questions, explaining what heaven looks like, who will be there, and how to get there in the first place. In this book you will find clear explanations of these passages, giving you an honest and beautiful picture of our eternal home.
Find comfort and peace in the truth about heaven.
We all want to know what happens after we die. Will we go to heaven? What will we do there? Will we see our loved ones?
It turns out the Bible is filled with answers to your most important questions, explaining what heaven looks like, who will be there, and how to get there in the first place. In this book you will find clear explanations of these passages, giving you an honest and beautiful picture of our eternal home.
Find comfort and peace in the truth about heaven.
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First published May 27, 2014
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DR. JOHN F. HART is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute (Chicago) where he has ministered for over 30 years. He holds a Master of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Theology degree from Grace Theological Seminary.
DR. JOHN F. HART is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute (Chicago) where he has ministered for over 30 years. He holds a Master of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Theology degree from Grace Theological Seminary.
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June 2, 2014
When I began this Christian nonfiction book 50 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HEAVEN by DR. JOHN HART, I admit to knowing very little about such an important Bible topic. I will also admit that seeing the number 50 frightened me. I thought my little brain wouldn't be able to take in so much Biblical information. Thankfully, I can write that Dr. John Hart's book is user friendly. It's written in a simple fashion and also written in an interesting way. It's not at all like a thick, heavy concordance. It's written wonderfully. Each chapter begins with a question you've most likely asked yourself. At the end of the chapter, there are many Bible verses for guidance.
I especially liked the question about whether I would see family members and friends in Heaven? That is if I'm blessed enough to go up and not down. Anyway, I also wanted to know would they recognize me and would I recognize them. I also wondered whether they those who have died are still in their graves or are they already in Heaven playing Heavenly Harps. If they're not playing Heavenly Harps, what are they doing? Dr. Hart answered all those questions. These very simple questions have answers you might not expect. I had also heard about "reigning" with Christ, and a new Heaven and a new Earth. Well, what happens to the "old" Heaven and Earth? Does God the Father and His Son recycle materials or what?
There is a great deal of information about Hades, Gehenna, Hell. However, I don't think there is much written about Satan, the Devil. Perhaps, there is a whole book in mind about Satan. However, the Devil didn't spoil my Christian reading party. I read wholeheartedly until the end of the book. As a matter of fact, I turned the last page looking for the next page. It is a great book for a Christian Home Library. It is also a good book for those people who never want to come near a Christian book. It is a book written for all ordinary people who have a strong curiosity about another world. It is also great for parents. As a parent, I know my children came up with all sorts of questions about Heaven. I am grateful to Bethany House for this complimentary copy.
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June 26, 2014
IndexTitle: 50 Things You Need to Know about Heaven
Author: John Hart
Publisher: Baker Books
Year: 2014
Pages: 144 (e-book/Nook)
Disclaimer: In full disclosure, you need to know that I was provided with a free e-book copy of the above mentioned book in exchange for my fair and unbiased review. I have also posted this review at Goodreads.com and Amazon.com.
I think the initial problem I had with this book is found in the title of the book. The word 'need' is kind of strikes me as misplaced because Dr Hart never really tells the reader why they 'need' to know these things about heaven. Unless, of course, it is because 'our ideas of heaven are drawn from many different sources [so] how do we know whether any of [the concepts in those sources] are true?' Maybe that was the point. However, it then begs another question: How then do I know that this particular author has provided me anything more substantial than the other sources? How do I know his authority to write this book is any more noteworthy than, say, a 10 year old kid who died, went to 'heaven', and came back telling us all that it 'is real'?
Truth is, there are all sorts of books and films and seminars and motivational speakers and Oprah episodes dishing about heaven. What's one more voice going to add? And, to be sure, are there really 50 things I need to know? "But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; or by earth, for it is his footstool" (Matthew 5:34-35). What more is there to say besides that? Well, at least 50 other things; I guess.
That said, the introduction, a mere three paragraphs, is entirely too short for such a subject. This is the perpetual problem with the popular level book market in today's world of Christian book publishers and stores: very little depth. I think this book is no exception. It is 144 pages of hurry up and get a book on the market before someone else does. I found that in reading the book I grew weary of a lot of the retread: repeating the same parables or verses or ideas. That is, there was simply too much repetition in the book. (!) There is so much repetition, I think, because there's just not all that much to say about a subject that the Bible says so little about. So many of the questions are questions that the Bible cares so little about that the author has to offer a great deal of speculation in order to arrive at a satisfactory length chapter. Sure there are Bible references in every chapter and at the end of every chapter for 'further study,' but I was unconvinced that even those extra references were going to be helpful in developing this subject properly.
Another aspect that was extremely irritating to me was the constant use of a variety of Bible translations. Personally, I believe the text would have flowed more smoothly if I didn't have to stop and think about what translation the author was using when quoting Scripture (that is, by figuring out what the letters after the verses meant, CEV, NIV, TLB, etc). If you need to use a different translation to make your point then maybe, just maybe, the point is beyond making. Stick with one version and note textual variances if necessary--or use your own translation directly from the original languages. Most people read one translation--not all of us have fifteen different translations laying about for comparative readings.
Finally, my last criticism is this: some of the questions really had nothing to do whatsoever with 'heaven'--if heaven is defined properly. So the author entertained questions about whether or not we will be bored in heaven; what is 'soul sleep'; do some people go to purgatory; and how can I explain heaven to my children. And there were more. At times I thought I was reading a book of salvation theology--who's getting in, who's not. I think maybe this book should either be titled differently or it should have about half as many questions. I'll say it this way: there is simply not enough information in the Bible about some of these subjects to warrant so many questions or to fuel so much speculation about their answers. Pulling snips and pieces of Bible out of context and developing an entire theology around those pieces is, in my mind, not much different than the way most people in the world get their (false) ideas about heaven in the first place.
Now, on to a couple of the more commendable aspects of the book. You may have guessed so far that I didn't care all that much for the book. That's not entirely the truth. I actually like the format--questions/answers--I just don't think most of the questions asked/answered have anything to do whatsoever with heaven as it is properly defined in Scripture. I think many of the questions asked/answered are drawn more from pop-culture and the 'various sources' referenced in the short introduction. Maybe the book would be better titled something like '50 Misunderstood Ideas about What Happens After We Die' or something like that. The title is too narrow; the scope of the book too large. So for me there was somewhat of a disconnect.
Nevertheless, there is a place to answer some of these questions and, for the most part, I think the author does very well answering them. I was very satisfied that the author made proper reference to the fact that heaven is not where we will spend 'eternity,' but I wish he had dwelt a lot more on this idea of the 'new heavens and the new earth' (see chapter 5; I noted that this conversation should have been in the first chapter, not the fifth). Genesis and Revelation provide very nice bookends to this remarkable story in the Bible about our creation, our fall, our redemption, and our ultimate reward. This, it seems to me, is a far more interesting discussion than whether or not there will be animals in 'heaven.'
Second, there were other times when the author's keen attention to Scripture's detail was riveting. For example, in chapter twenty-two when he was discussing the New Jerusalem, I was very happy that he noted the connection between the cube shaped Jerusalem and the inner room of the temple. At this point I think his exegesis was dead-on especially after he went on to note that it is heaven that comes down to earth and not the other way around. On the other hand, I found his subsequent thoughts about the New Jerusalem having vertical levels and floors to be utterly ridiculous (p 68). Why talk about new heavens and new earth if we are going to live in a cube with floors with a mere acre of land?
Third, in chapter 35 I found his discussion of whether or not we can trust the testimony of those who claim to have died and gone to heaven and come back to earth with a story to tell compelling. His key: "Jesus himself suffered death and was raised to tell about it. Shouldn't his testimony be worthy of our trust?" Amen. He's right and maybe that's what needs to be understood most about this book. There's a lot of nonsense (endless creation of computer code, new musical instruments being created continuously), some sketchy (typically Calvinist) theology, and some silly questions (likely designed to get the book to 50 Questions) but throughout the book the author does manage to stay on point by showing us Jesus. And here we are in complete agreement.
So, then, I didn't enjoy the book nearly as much as I had hoped to; nevertheless, it is a quick, easy read, the author is fairly consistent with this theology, and, despite my questions about some of his exegesis and application, he does fill the book with a lot Scripture (I personally believe there simply needs to be more context around those references and a little more care paid to how some references are 'used' to make a point) and this, too, is a good thing.
PT Forsyth wrote, "The Bible is not a sketch-book of past things nor a picture-book of the last things. It has been especially discredited by treating its imaginative symbols of the future as if they were specifications or working plans attached to God's new covenant and contract with man" (PT Forsyth, The Justification of God, 197). Indeed, we must be careful when sketching our own ideas about things the Bible is only taking a passing, if not indifferent, notice of.
2/5 stars.
Author: John Hart
Publisher: Baker Books
Year: 2014
Pages: 144 (e-book/Nook)
Disclaimer: In full disclosure, you need to know that I was provided with a free e-book copy of the above mentioned book in exchange for my fair and unbiased review. I have also posted this review at Goodreads.com and Amazon.com.
I think the initial problem I had with this book is found in the title of the book. The word 'need' is kind of strikes me as misplaced because Dr Hart never really tells the reader why they 'need' to know these things about heaven. Unless, of course, it is because 'our ideas of heaven are drawn from many different sources [so] how do we know whether any of [the concepts in those sources] are true?' Maybe that was the point. However, it then begs another question: How then do I know that this particular author has provided me anything more substantial than the other sources? How do I know his authority to write this book is any more noteworthy than, say, a 10 year old kid who died, went to 'heaven', and came back telling us all that it 'is real'?
Truth is, there are all sorts of books and films and seminars and motivational speakers and Oprah episodes dishing about heaven. What's one more voice going to add? And, to be sure, are there really 50 things I need to know? "But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; or by earth, for it is his footstool" (Matthew 5:34-35). What more is there to say besides that? Well, at least 50 other things; I guess.
That said, the introduction, a mere three paragraphs, is entirely too short for such a subject. This is the perpetual problem with the popular level book market in today's world of Christian book publishers and stores: very little depth. I think this book is no exception. It is 144 pages of hurry up and get a book on the market before someone else does. I found that in reading the book I grew weary of a lot of the retread: repeating the same parables or verses or ideas. That is, there was simply too much repetition in the book. (!) There is so much repetition, I think, because there's just not all that much to say about a subject that the Bible says so little about. So many of the questions are questions that the Bible cares so little about that the author has to offer a great deal of speculation in order to arrive at a satisfactory length chapter. Sure there are Bible references in every chapter and at the end of every chapter for 'further study,' but I was unconvinced that even those extra references were going to be helpful in developing this subject properly.
Another aspect that was extremely irritating to me was the constant use of a variety of Bible translations. Personally, I believe the text would have flowed more smoothly if I didn't have to stop and think about what translation the author was using when quoting Scripture (that is, by figuring out what the letters after the verses meant, CEV, NIV, TLB, etc). If you need to use a different translation to make your point then maybe, just maybe, the point is beyond making. Stick with one version and note textual variances if necessary--or use your own translation directly from the original languages. Most people read one translation--not all of us have fifteen different translations laying about for comparative readings.
Finally, my last criticism is this: some of the questions really had nothing to do whatsoever with 'heaven'--if heaven is defined properly. So the author entertained questions about whether or not we will be bored in heaven; what is 'soul sleep'; do some people go to purgatory; and how can I explain heaven to my children. And there were more. At times I thought I was reading a book of salvation theology--who's getting in, who's not. I think maybe this book should either be titled differently or it should have about half as many questions. I'll say it this way: there is simply not enough information in the Bible about some of these subjects to warrant so many questions or to fuel so much speculation about their answers. Pulling snips and pieces of Bible out of context and developing an entire theology around those pieces is, in my mind, not much different than the way most people in the world get their (false) ideas about heaven in the first place.
Now, on to a couple of the more commendable aspects of the book. You may have guessed so far that I didn't care all that much for the book. That's not entirely the truth. I actually like the format--questions/answers--I just don't think most of the questions asked/answered have anything to do whatsoever with heaven as it is properly defined in Scripture. I think many of the questions asked/answered are drawn more from pop-culture and the 'various sources' referenced in the short introduction. Maybe the book would be better titled something like '50 Misunderstood Ideas about What Happens After We Die' or something like that. The title is too narrow; the scope of the book too large. So for me there was somewhat of a disconnect.
Nevertheless, there is a place to answer some of these questions and, for the most part, I think the author does very well answering them. I was very satisfied that the author made proper reference to the fact that heaven is not where we will spend 'eternity,' but I wish he had dwelt a lot more on this idea of the 'new heavens and the new earth' (see chapter 5; I noted that this conversation should have been in the first chapter, not the fifth). Genesis and Revelation provide very nice bookends to this remarkable story in the Bible about our creation, our fall, our redemption, and our ultimate reward. This, it seems to me, is a far more interesting discussion than whether or not there will be animals in 'heaven.'
Second, there were other times when the author's keen attention to Scripture's detail was riveting. For example, in chapter twenty-two when he was discussing the New Jerusalem, I was very happy that he noted the connection between the cube shaped Jerusalem and the inner room of the temple. At this point I think his exegesis was dead-on especially after he went on to note that it is heaven that comes down to earth and not the other way around. On the other hand, I found his subsequent thoughts about the New Jerusalem having vertical levels and floors to be utterly ridiculous (p 68). Why talk about new heavens and new earth if we are going to live in a cube with floors with a mere acre of land?
Third, in chapter 35 I found his discussion of whether or not we can trust the testimony of those who claim to have died and gone to heaven and come back to earth with a story to tell compelling. His key: "Jesus himself suffered death and was raised to tell about it. Shouldn't his testimony be worthy of our trust?" Amen. He's right and maybe that's what needs to be understood most about this book. There's a lot of nonsense (endless creation of computer code, new musical instruments being created continuously), some sketchy (typically Calvinist) theology, and some silly questions (likely designed to get the book to 50 Questions) but throughout the book the author does manage to stay on point by showing us Jesus. And here we are in complete agreement.
So, then, I didn't enjoy the book nearly as much as I had hoped to; nevertheless, it is a quick, easy read, the author is fairly consistent with this theology, and, despite my questions about some of his exegesis and application, he does fill the book with a lot Scripture (I personally believe there simply needs to be more context around those references and a little more care paid to how some references are 'used' to make a point) and this, too, is a good thing.
PT Forsyth wrote, "The Bible is not a sketch-book of past things nor a picture-book of the last things. It has been especially discredited by treating its imaginative symbols of the future as if they were specifications or working plans attached to God's new covenant and contract with man" (PT Forsyth, The Justification of God, 197). Indeed, we must be careful when sketching our own ideas about things the Bible is only taking a passing, if not indifferent, notice of.
2/5 stars.
June 9, 2019
Simple, Plain Writing
Very well written. Easy to follow along with the author's thinking. I'm actually go to reread, and focus on highlighting passages that will help me prepare for my "going Home" .
Very well written. Easy to follow along with the author's thinking. I'm actually go to reread, and focus on highlighting passages that will help me prepare for my "going Home" .
June 15, 2019
Very practical and thought provoking!
September 29, 2020
Very informative and easy to understand
April 18, 2024
Used as devo Spring 2024. Challenging material to process, but excellent study guide to biblical references on Heaven.
May 27, 2014
About the Book:
Answers to Your Questions About Heaven
We all want to know what happens after we die. Will we go to heaven? What will we do there? Will we see our loved ones?
It turns out the Bible is filled with answers to your most important questions, explaining what heaven looks like, who will be there, and how to get there in the first place. In this book you will find clear explanations of these passages, giving you an honest and beautiful picture of our eternal home.
Find comfort and peace in the truth about heaven.
About the Author:
Dr. John Hart (ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary; ThD, Grace Theological Seminary) is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute, and he is the author of Demonology and the Mission Field. Dr. Hart lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.
My Review:
Everyone always wants to know what Heaven is like, they question every thing from will we see our loved ones to will our pets be there. Dr. Hart, gives you 50 things to learn about Heaven in his book, 50 Things You Need To Know About Heaven. In this book you not only learn more about the answers to these different questions but also you will learn where in the Bible the answers are based. It all can be very comforting to know the answers to some of your most important questions or it can be very upsetting.
For many people they choose to believe that hell doesn't exist when in fact the Bible sates it does, as well as Jesus referring to it as well. We find in the book that the author states we, as Christians, will in fact go to Heaven directly after death, but this Heaven will not be where we spend eternity. The author tries to answer as many questions that most people have had, and I think he has done that particularly well. He provides the scripture to back him up as well as scripture for further study.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from Bethany House.
Answers to Your Questions About Heaven
We all want to know what happens after we die. Will we go to heaven? What will we do there? Will we see our loved ones?
It turns out the Bible is filled with answers to your most important questions, explaining what heaven looks like, who will be there, and how to get there in the first place. In this book you will find clear explanations of these passages, giving you an honest and beautiful picture of our eternal home.
Find comfort and peace in the truth about heaven.
About the Author:
Dr. John Hart (ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary; ThD, Grace Theological Seminary) is Professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute, and he is the author of Demonology and the Mission Field. Dr. Hart lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.
My Review:
Everyone always wants to know what Heaven is like, they question every thing from will we see our loved ones to will our pets be there. Dr. Hart, gives you 50 things to learn about Heaven in his book, 50 Things You Need To Know About Heaven. In this book you not only learn more about the answers to these different questions but also you will learn where in the Bible the answers are based. It all can be very comforting to know the answers to some of your most important questions or it can be very upsetting.
For many people they choose to believe that hell doesn't exist when in fact the Bible sates it does, as well as Jesus referring to it as well. We find in the book that the author states we, as Christians, will in fact go to Heaven directly after death, but this Heaven will not be where we spend eternity. The author tries to answer as many questions that most people have had, and I think he has done that particularly well. He provides the scripture to back him up as well as scripture for further study.
**Disclosure** This book was sent to me free of charge for my honest review from Bethany House.
September 10, 2015
This book was even better than expected. The common questions posed, and the author’s conversational tone delivering the answers is easy to comprehend.
Far more than just inspirational, this book is educational—the greatest lessons for life, and the life-after. Here is an example of some of the questions answered (with sound Biblical answers) in this 144 page book:
Who goes to heaven?
What will we do in heaven?
Will animals be in heaven?
What does the Bible say about hell?
There is a wealth of information on each page. A question is posed at the beginning of each chapter, followed by an inspirational contemporary ‘story’ that relates, a clear, easy to understand answer, and verses listed at the end for further reading.
This book can easily be read in a day, but is a keeper for referring back to. It would also be a great gift for new Christians.
Kudos to Dr. John Hart for answering these questions in an uncomplicated, easy-listening way—as if he’s sitting across from you in an easy chair, having a friendly conversation.
There isn’t anything I don’t like about this book. It’s a great source, and the newest book to my ‘keeper’ bookshelves.
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Pages: 144
Pace: steady
First Line: A story is told of an angel who appeared to a man and granted him any single wish he desired. He thought for a long time, contemplating how he might use this fortunate event to gain a lifetime of wealth. He finally said, “Let me see tomorrow’s newspaper.”
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House book review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
Far more than just inspirational, this book is educational—the greatest lessons for life, and the life-after. Here is an example of some of the questions answered (with sound Biblical answers) in this 144 page book:
Who goes to heaven?
What will we do in heaven?
Will animals be in heaven?
What does the Bible say about hell?
There is a wealth of information on each page. A question is posed at the beginning of each chapter, followed by an inspirational contemporary ‘story’ that relates, a clear, easy to understand answer, and verses listed at the end for further reading.
This book can easily be read in a day, but is a keeper for referring back to. It would also be a great gift for new Christians.
Kudos to Dr. John Hart for answering these questions in an uncomplicated, easy-listening way—as if he’s sitting across from you in an easy chair, having a friendly conversation.
There isn’t anything I don’t like about this book. It’s a great source, and the newest book to my ‘keeper’ bookshelves.
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Pages: 144
Pace: steady
First Line: A story is told of an angel who appeared to a man and granted him any single wish he desired. He thought for a long time, contemplating how he might use this fortunate event to gain a lifetime of wealth. He finally said, “Let me see tomorrow’s newspaper.”
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the Bethany House book review program. I was not required to write a positive review. The options I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255
October 15, 2014
Most people are curious about Heaven and what eternity will be like, especially after someone they love has gone on. The author does a wonderful job of addressing 50 questions that are usually asked about Heaven. Some of them I hadn’t even thought of.
I liked the way the table of contents had the questions listed so I could go directly to the ones that interested me most right away. It will also make it easier if you want to use the book as a reference. He not only covers what Heaven is, but misconceptions about it too. I was impressed and how well he discussed most of the subjects in just a few pages. Not only was there a lot of scriptural references to back up what he was sharing, but there were even more verses at the end each one for further study and reading. I enjoyed the interesting illustrations, some of them personal ones, that he used throughout the books.
There were only two things that I did not like about the book. One was the many Bible translations he used, 14 to be exact. For me it made answers disjointed and harder to read. I easily remedied that by using my own Bible and looking up each verse, and that definitely wasn’t a bad thing at all! Secondly I felt a few of his answers were more his speculation than Bible truth. In those incidents, the Bible references did not match up with his explanation. All in all, this book was a pleasure to read and made a wonderful Bible Study. I think it would be great to use in teaching a Sunday school class.
I received this book free from Bethany Publishers, which requires an honest, though not necessarily positive, review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
I liked the way the table of contents had the questions listed so I could go directly to the ones that interested me most right away. It will also make it easier if you want to use the book as a reference. He not only covers what Heaven is, but misconceptions about it too. I was impressed and how well he discussed most of the subjects in just a few pages. Not only was there a lot of scriptural references to back up what he was sharing, but there were even more verses at the end each one for further study and reading. I enjoyed the interesting illustrations, some of them personal ones, that he used throughout the books.
There were only two things that I did not like about the book. One was the many Bible translations he used, 14 to be exact. For me it made answers disjointed and harder to read. I easily remedied that by using my own Bible and looking up each verse, and that definitely wasn’t a bad thing at all! Secondly I felt a few of his answers were more his speculation than Bible truth. In those incidents, the Bible references did not match up with his explanation. All in all, this book was a pleasure to read and made a wonderful Bible Study. I think it would be great to use in teaching a Sunday school class.
I received this book free from Bethany Publishers, which requires an honest, though not necessarily positive, review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
June 10, 2014
This book is not a read it from beginning to end type of book. Instead it is organized into short chapters that each answer one specific common question about heaven. Because of the way it’s organized I recommend you explore the questions that interest you.
I found it easy to understand and thoroughly backed up by scripture. I appreciated the list of scriptures listed for further study as well. Even though it is backed up by scripture there is still bound to be some areas of disagreement between peoples so that list for further study will help with that.
The questions in general addressed who goes to heaven, how to get there and what it is like.I couldn’t think of one question that was not addressed!
Some sample actual questions are:
Who goes to heaven?
What will we do in heaven?
What will heaven look like?
Will there be time in eternity?
Are there marriages and families in heaven?
Will we live with angels in heaven?
How can I be sure I’m to heaven?
This book is recommended for those people who have questions about heaven or as a gift to a seeker friend.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers as part of their blogging for books program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
I found it easy to understand and thoroughly backed up by scripture. I appreciated the list of scriptures listed for further study as well. Even though it is backed up by scripture there is still bound to be some areas of disagreement between peoples so that list for further study will help with that.
The questions in general addressed who goes to heaven, how to get there and what it is like.I couldn’t think of one question that was not addressed!
Some sample actual questions are:
Who goes to heaven?
What will we do in heaven?
What will heaven look like?
Will there be time in eternity?
Are there marriages and families in heaven?
Will we live with angels in heaven?
How can I be sure I’m to heaven?
This book is recommended for those people who have questions about heaven or as a gift to a seeker friend.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers as part of their blogging for books program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
June 17, 2014
I was drawn to this book by the title and the synopsis that the Bible can answer our most important questions about heaven. As a long-time student of the Bible, I was curious to see what Dr. Hart would share in his book.
While I do not share Dr. Hart’s prevailing religious conviction that all we must do is believe in Jesus to receive the eternal life promised in the Bible, I thought Dr. Hart’s handling of Biblical text was fair and for the most part unbiased.
The organization of the book of one question per chapter worked well. I liked how Dr. Hart referenced multiple translations of the Bible as he addressed different questions. I also like how he briefly referenced scripture in the text but then at the end of each chapter included additional references if we want to study more about a specific topic. It was helpful how he referenced other chapters in the book as needed instead of repeating material he already covered or would cover later in the book.
I found the book easy to read, but thoughtful and thorough in its presentations of the chosen topics. I was particularly intrigued about Dr. Hart’s discussion about the “new earth.” While this discussion of heaven might not answer all your questions, it does an excellent job of showing us how much information the Bible has to share with us about heaven. Bethany House gave me a complimentary copy of 50 Things You Need to Know about Heaven by Dr. John Hart to review.
While I do not share Dr. Hart’s prevailing religious conviction that all we must do is believe in Jesus to receive the eternal life promised in the Bible, I thought Dr. Hart’s handling of Biblical text was fair and for the most part unbiased.
The organization of the book of one question per chapter worked well. I liked how Dr. Hart referenced multiple translations of the Bible as he addressed different questions. I also like how he briefly referenced scripture in the text but then at the end of each chapter included additional references if we want to study more about a specific topic. It was helpful how he referenced other chapters in the book as needed instead of repeating material he already covered or would cover later in the book.
I found the book easy to read, but thoughtful and thorough in its presentations of the chosen topics. I was particularly intrigued about Dr. Hart’s discussion about the “new earth.” While this discussion of heaven might not answer all your questions, it does an excellent job of showing us how much information the Bible has to share with us about heaven. Bethany House gave me a complimentary copy of 50 Things You Need to Know about Heaven by Dr. John Hart to review.
June 18, 2014
I received a copy of 50 Things You Need to Know about Heaven by Dr. John Hart, a very easy to read book full of questions and answers that also give you reference for further Bible study for the answers to the questions so many have about Heaven.
Some of the questions that you will find answered are.
What will Heaven look like?
Where is Heaven?
What will we do in Heaven?
Are there marriages and families in Heaven?
Will we eat and drink in Heaven?
What will we do in Heaven?
Do Christians go to Heaven immediately after they die?
Do people in Heaven know what is happening on earth?
How can I be sure I'm going to Heaven?
This is a book you can read from cover to cover, just look through and read the answers to your questions, or use it as a study guide along with your Bible, to learn more about the answers to Heaven.
I liked that the author doesn't merely answer your questions but also gives Bible scripture under each section (question and answer) for further reference that you can personally read for yourself.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn more about Heaven, or would make a great gift.
Some of the questions that you will find answered are.
What will Heaven look like?
Where is Heaven?
What will we do in Heaven?
Are there marriages and families in Heaven?
Will we eat and drink in Heaven?
What will we do in Heaven?
Do Christians go to Heaven immediately after they die?
Do people in Heaven know what is happening on earth?
How can I be sure I'm going to Heaven?
This is a book you can read from cover to cover, just look through and read the answers to your questions, or use it as a study guide along with your Bible, to learn more about the answers to Heaven.
I liked that the author doesn't merely answer your questions but also gives Bible scripture under each section (question and answer) for further reference that you can personally read for yourself.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn more about Heaven, or would make a great gift.
October 19, 2014
Dr. Hart raises and attempts to answer 50 common questions about heaven in this slim, readable book. Questions such as "Who goes to heaven?", "What will we do in heaven?", "Where is heaven?", etc. He answers the questions with relevant references to Scripture and also lists verses at the end of each answer "for further study", which I particularly liked as I would like to research some of these issues on my own. For the most part I agree with his answers and explanations, but I wasn't convinced of some his more subjective explanations for some topics (i.e., purgatory, the existence of animals in heaven, etc.). Some of these questions don't have easy, definite answers, at least not that we can find.
And finally, a passage I found to be so true but yet so sad:
"The era in which the American culture respected the believing Christian is past. Many now openly ridicule the faithful followers of Jesus. The believer must persevere in these sufferings by holding to the truth of the Bible."
I enjoyed this book and plan to read more from the author.
And finally, a passage I found to be so true but yet so sad:
"The era in which the American culture respected the believing Christian is past. Many now openly ridicule the faithful followers of Jesus. The believer must persevere in these sufferings by holding to the truth of the Bible."
I enjoyed this book and plan to read more from the author.
June 6, 2014
This is a good introduction to what the Bible says about heaven. It is not an exhaustive study of the subject. It is a good book for someone puzzled by all the TV programs and other media accounts of people who say they've been to heaven. He makes sure readers know what it takes to end up in heaven - belief in Jesus as savior. Hart answers 50 questions and gives the relevant biblical references. Some of the questions are basic and the answers clear. Other questions are ones debated lately and he gives both sides and then his evaluation. I did find what I thought was a little speculation, with no clear Bible answer, such as the age of people in heaven.
See my full review at http://bit.ly/1mjwzAQ.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an independent and honest review.
See my full review at http://bit.ly/1mjwzAQ.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an independent and honest review.
July 2, 2014
50 Things You Need to Know About Heaven is a great book that works really well with the Bible and points out the answers to the questions that we all have about Heaven. The book demonstrates really well the answers that so many Christians ask or spend an eternity searching for and/or fearing.
Dr. John Hart jam packed this short book with information that you will find yourself referencing over and over again.
Dr. John Hart jam packed this short book with information that you will find yourself referencing over and over again.
November 20, 2014
A Far Better Place
Almighty God who is omniscient and omnipresent has blessed us exceedingly abundantly above what we ask or think. Heaven is one of the most wonderful of His blessings. He rewards us for doing His will which we cannot do in our own strength, and he paid for our sins. Our heavenly home is bright and fair. Praise His matchless name.
Almighty God who is omniscient and omnipresent has blessed us exceedingly abundantly above what we ask or think. Heaven is one of the most wonderful of His blessings. He rewards us for doing His will which we cannot do in our own strength, and he paid for our sins. Our heavenly home is bright and fair. Praise His matchless name.
March 16, 2016
This book was a great book. It took many of the questions that you have about heaven and uses scripture to explain the answers. Everyone wonders about heaven, so if you have questions, check out this book.
October 7, 2015
Interesting perspective to many fundamental questions.
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