The Truth That Leads to Eternal Life - The Reason Why a "Little Flock" Goes to Heaven

 While Jesus Christ was yet with his followers here on earth, he spoke to them about heavenly life. He told them that he   was to prepare a place for them and that, in time, they would be there with him. (John 14:1-3) Millions of persons have set their hearts on such heavenly life But do you know why God has arranged some persons to go to heaven? Do you know what they will do there? 

During his earth ministry Jesus said much about the "Kingdom of God." He taught his followers to pray by means of the Kingdom, God's will be done here on earth. Thus, the earth would become a delightful home for mankind. But the Kingdom or government itself, would be that of God in heaven, and for this reason Jesus often referred to it as the "kingdom of the heavens." (Matthew 5:20; 6:9, 10) This helps us to understand what he meant when he said: "Have no fear, little flock, because your Father has approved of giving you the kingdom." (Luke 12:32) Yes, God would give this "little flock the heavenly government over all mankind. 

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