Heaven Is a Place on Earth
Why Everything You Do Matters to God
- Christian Living
- Publisher: Zondervan
- Published: 2004
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Publisher's Description
"I don't want to go to heaven. Not that I'm lobbying for the other place..." —Michael Wittmer This planet is more than just a stopover on your way to heaven. It is your final destination. God wants you to enjoy your earthly existence, and to think otherwise is to miss the life he intends for you. Exploring the book of Genesis, Heaven Is a Place on Earth gently but firmly strips away common misconceptions of Christianity and broadens your worldview to reveal the tremendous dignity and value of everyday life. Taking you from creation, to the fall, to redemption, and to glimpses from the book of Revelation, Michael Wittmer opens your eyes to a faith that encompasses all of life--baseball games, stock reports, church activities, prayer, lovemaking, work, hobbies... everything that lies within the sphere of human activity. To be fully Christian is to be fully human, says Wittmer, alive and responsive to the kingdom of God in all that you are and all that you do. Discover the freedom and impact God created you for. It starts with a truly Christian worldview. And its fruit is the undiluted gospel, powerful not only to save souls, but to restore them to a life that is truly worth living. Includes discussion/reflection questions after each chapter.
Endorsements (4)
“The opening chapters of Genesis forever changed the thought-life of the human race. For too long they have been the object of tangential debates. Michael Wittmer has reclaimed their mind-shaping mission in a sane and thoughtful treatment.”
“This deeply biblical book enriches the perspective promoted by such Christian leaders as Richard Mouw, Charles Colson, and Neal Plantinga. It combines evangelical piety, sound doctrine, and the world-engaging view of the Christian life developed in the Reformed tradition of Abraham Kuyper.”
“This book is a long overdue corrective for a century of conservative church teachings that have produced more guilt-ridden Christians than cultural impact. I wish that every Christian college and seminary in America would make it required reading. Read this and begin to enjoy your Christian life again.”
“Michael Wittmer deftly guides the church to the earthly implications of confessing Jesus and calls us to joyous, obedient service for God in this world. We do well to learn from him and teach others also.”
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