If We Think About Heaven

July 19, 2017 | By Chuck

We think about heaven when the preacher preaches about it. We think about heaven when we're gathered to pay our last respects at a funeral. Heaven becomes the topic of conversation when we lose a loved one or friend. I can't help but believe it really does matter what we think about. In fact, what we think about affects our mood and our overall mindset that we carry throughout the day. "Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the sinful nature."(Rom.13:14) Paul verifies for us that it matters what we think about. My question is, what if we think about heaven? If our thoughts were centered on heaven most of the time wouldn't it change the way we live on a daily basis? I know it's hard to be in a bad mood or depressed when I think about heaven. Just the thought of heaven gives hope. If heaven was the focus of our thoughts I think we would treat others better. If heaven was our focus, we would hold our tongue and strive daily to only use it for good and for encouraging others. The thought of heaven should strengthen us in our fight against sin and challenge us to avoid sin. We all need motivation, even the Christian. Heaven is the best motivator and should motivate us to live for God and do the right thing. If heaven occupies my mind, then my actions will be godly and pure. It does matter what you think about. Why not try focusing on heaven daily and see how your attitude and actions change for the better. "But our citizenship is in heaven."(Phil.3:20)