Scripture commands us to set our hearts on Heaven: “Set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God” (Col. 3:1). And to make sure we don’t miss the importance of a Heaven-centered life, the next verse says, “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things [alone].”

Ollie is the viewpoint character, so he speaks from his perspective: “Why would anyone want to go to heaven? When my grandmother spoke about heaven, it was the last place I wanted to go. Who wants to be a ghost anyway?"

I have a family member who is into the writings of Anna Rountree. Have you ever heard of her, and what are your thoughts about her writings?

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, Randy talks about the distinction between Heaven and the "New Earth" and explains what it'll mean to reign in Heaven. For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, he connects Heaven to happiness we can experience now. For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, he connects Heaven with money and possessions. For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, he explains how a Christian should prepare for suffering. For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, he shares how we can view suffering with a Biblical and heavenly perspective.  For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.

In January 2016, Randy Alcorn spoke at Hope Chapel Maui in Kihei, Hawaii on the subject of Heaven. In this clip, he talks about Heaven being connected to ministry we do now. For more information, see Randy's Heaven book.