2. “For I am hard-pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better. Nevertheless to remain in the flesh is more needful for you” (Phil. 1:23-24). “But now they desire a better, that is, a heavenly country. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them” (Heb. 11:16).

3. “For I am hard-pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better. Nevertheless to remain in the flesh is more needful for you” (Phil. 1:23-24). “But now they desire a better, that is, a heavenly country. Therefore God is not ashamed to be called their God, for He has prepared a city for them” (Heb. 11:16). How is Heaven better?

4. 1. A Better Dwelling Place John 14:1-3 mansions – great, luxurious homes many – abundance of room Revelation 21:10-21

5. 2. A Better Company Hebrews 12:22-24 Revelation 21:22-24 God, Christ, angels, saved of all ages

6. 3. A Better Existence Revelation 21:4-5 pain, suffering, death do not exist in Heaven Revelation 22:1-5 curse of sin will be removed

7. 4. A Better Environment 2 Peter 2:7-8 Christians struggle living in a world of ever- increasing violence, hatred, pain, immorality, etc. 2 Peter 3:13 Heaven is a place where righteousness dwells Revelation 21:27, 22:14-15

8. 5. A Better Duration Revelation 22:5 Hebrews 10:34 Matthew 25:46

9. Heaven Is Better! Better Dwelling Place Better Company Better Existence Better Environment Better Duration

10. How Can I Go To Heaven? Believe in Jesus - John 8:24 Repent of my sins - Acts 17:30 Confess my faith - Rom. 10:9-10 Be Baptized - Mark 16:16 Live faithfully - Rev. 2:10 “And the Spirit and the bride say, ‘Come!’ And let him who hears say, ‘Come!’ And let him who thirsts come. Whoever desires, let him take the water of life freely” (Rev. 22:17).