WORK IN HEAVEN

In her book, Jesus Life Coach, Laurie Beth Jones states (p.47):  "I believe that we are here on earth to learn how to grow our talents and abilities, which we will put to use in heaven."

Interesting concept.  She believes that life on earth is preparation for life in heaven.  Hmmmm.

Is C. S. Lewis still writing fantasy stories in heaven?  Randy Alcorn believes he is.  If Alcorn's right, I can't wait to get there to read Lewis' latest books.

Is the Apostle Paul still teaching and church planting?  If so, among who?  Does God have other realms where He will use us?

Are architects designing without the limitations of this world?

Are builders following those blueprints and bringing concepts to reality?

Are artists creating with a whole new array of colors?

Are musicians of all ages working on new symphonies?

Are the skills, abilities, knowledge, experience and talents I'm developing
during this life going to be the genesis of the work I will do when I'm in heaven? 

I know this raises more questions than answers, but you have to admit, they're interesting questions! 

Our work is more meaningful than we realize.  In his book, Rethinking Retirement:  Finishing Life for the Glory of Christ, John Piper writes: 

Most men don't die of old age, they die of retirement.  I read somewhere that half the men retiring in the state of New York die within two years. 

Our work helps us to make a life, not make a living!  And it is likely to be eternally meaningful!  It is central to who we are, whether it is home-making or car-making;  childcare or healthcare;  agriculture or acupuncture;  ditch-digging or pole-climbing. 

Fine-tune yourself today.  You're preparing for eternity!