Stop Avoiding Hell!

Are you living heaven or avoiding hell? There's a big difference. If you are the cup half empty sort, then you go around making decisions to stay out of trouble, but you're not really getting the full benefit of what you, as a Christian, have been given. There are some people who seem to always stand in the threshold of heaven, with one foot that keeps stepping outside, never venturing into the kingdom because it could be "a little too different". Imagine your kids not wanting to come in and sit at the table or relax in the living room, always lingering at the front door. They never get to enjoy the room prepared just for them, with all their favorite stuff, not to mention all the people who love them inside.

At some point in your life, it's important to understand what salvation is all about. You make a serious decision to live for God and give up some bad habits that hurt you anyway. After that, there's no need to stress about salvation everyday. You're in baby! Take your shoes off. Enjoy.

Now is the time to check out what comes with the package. Whoo-hoo! Take a look at all those fruits of the Spirit and those gifts! And check out your destiny! You've got some pretty cool stuff going on there. What are you waiting for? Go for it! Have you ever seen a little kid that had to be persuaded that the big Christmas present was for him? Don't be like that. It has your name on it so take it.

Live heaven now. There's no benefit to avoiding hell, except for the not going to hell part. There's no growth, no blessing, greater trust in the One who waits to give you more in your life. He really likes making your deliriously happy. The more, the better. So come in, close the door and check out what heaven is all about.