What Does the Bible Say about Activities in Heaven?

The Bible does not provide a detailed account of what people do for eternity in heaven. However, it does offer glimpses of activities and portrayals of life in the afterlife through various passages. This article explores the biblical descriptions and what we can imagine about life in heaven.

Introduction

The Bible does not explicitly describe the day-to-day activities of people in heaven. It focuses more on the nature of the eternal life and the relationship between the believers and God. One analogy often used to describe the experience of being in heaven is that of an eight-year-old exploring an amusement park for the first time every day. While this is a creative way to imagine heaven, it is not based on factual descriptions within the Bible.

Activities for the Saved in the Millennium

For those who are saved and who did not worship the beast or receive his mark, the Bible describes a period known as the Millennium, where they will rule with Christ on earth. This is depicted in the following passages:

Luke 22:29-30 (KJV):

And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me: that ye may eat and drink at my table in my kingdom; and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

In the Millennium, those who have not worshipped the beast or his image and have not taken his mark will rule on earth with Christ:

Revelation 20:4 (KJV):

I saw thrones; and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, nor his image, neither had received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands; and they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years.

Heaven for Confirmed Saints

For those who are washed in Christ's blood and have found salvation, the Bible describes their blessings in heaven. One such verse is:

Revelation 5:9-10 (KJV):

And they sung a new song, saying, Thou art worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for thou wast slain, and hast redeemed us to God by thy blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation. And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.

Other biblical verses provide insight into the activities of saints in heaven, including:

Serving and Worshiping: Revelation 7:15, Revelation 22:3, Revelation 5:9-10 Ruling and Governance: Revelation 22:5 Fellowship: Matthew 17:3 Eating and Drinking: Revelation 2:17

The quality of existence in heaven is described as:

Fellowship with God: Revelation 22:4 Rest: Revelation 4:13 Service: Revelation 22:3 Growth: Revelation 22:2 Worship: Revelation 19:1

The greatest blessing of eternity, according to the Bible, is when believers will see the face of God (Matthew 5:8, Hebrews 12:14).

Conclusion

While the Bible does not specify a detailed list of activities in heaven, it paints a picture of eternal life filled with worship, service, fellowship, and a deep, spiritual relationship with God. The image of an eight-year-old experiencing an amusement park every day may capture the essence of what it means to be in heaven, a place of endless joy and connection with the Lord.

References

Luke 22:29-30 (KJV) Revelation 20:4 (KJV) Revelation 5:9-10 (KJV) Revelation 7:15 (KJV) Revelation 22:3 (KJV) Revelation 22:5 (KJV) Revelation 15:3 (KJV) Revelation 19:1 (KJV) Matthew 17:3 (KJV) Matthew 5:8 (KJV) Hebrews 12:14 (KJV)