About Mankind's Future

 Did Jesus promise life in heaven? 

Yes, he did! Jesus himself was resurrected, and he ascended to heaven to be with his Father. But before his death and resurrection, he told his 11 faithful apostles: "In the house of my Father there are many abodes. . . . I am going my way to prepare a place for you." (John 14:2) However, those who would receive this privilege would be few. Jesus made this fact plain when he said to his disciples: "Have no fear, little flock, because your Father has approved of giving you the kingdom." - LUKE 12:32.

What will the "little flock" do in heaven?

The Father wants this small group to be part of a government in heaven with Jesus. How do we know? After he was resurrected, Jesus revealed to the apostle John that some faithful ones would "rule as kings over the earth." (Revelation 1:1; 5:9, 10) This is good news. One of mankind's greatest needs is good government. What will this government ruled by Jesus achieve?  Jesus said: "In the re-creation, when the Son of man sits down upon his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also yourselves sit upon 12 thrones." (Matthew 19:28) The rule by Jesus and his followers will result in "the re-creation," or renewal, of the perfect conditions that the first human couple enjoyed on earth before they sinned. 

Next time: About Mankind's Future - What hope did Jesus offer the rest of mankind?

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