God's promise of heaven is assured by the Scripture and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which confirms our hope in eternal life.
The truth of God's promise regarding heaven is rooted in Scripture and fulfilled in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 2:9 states that what God has prepared for those who love Him surpasses all human understanding, assuring believers of an eternal hope. This hope is not in vain, for it is supported by the historical event of Christ’s resurrection, which guarantees that believers will also be raised to eternal life. Additionally, the various prophecies found in the Old Testament that pointed to the coming of the Messiah and their fulfillment further confirm that God's word about the future is true and reliable.
Scripture References:
1 Corinthians 2:9; John 3:16
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