It's Question Time Again

[TreasureDigger]

I haven't posted a question in several weeks so I think it's that time again. As usual, these questions are not meant to cause a debate, stir trouble, or provoke some big theological discussion. I'm not looking for anyone to explain anything to me or anyone else (meaning there is no need for you to set anyone straight). I have never given my opinion on ANY of the questions, I just want to see how and/or what my forum family believes when it comes to the different questions/topics I post. As I always say, if any of the responses start to get negative or argumentative, I will ask Mike to remove the post. These questions are posted simply to get us talking and sharing - nothing more.

Please post your answer. Tell us what you believe and why.

Going to miss Ma on this one! She is always quick to reply!

What do you think (or believe) happens to our pets/animals when they die? Do you believe we will see them in Heaven? Or do you believe when their life ends that it's over and we will never see them again. I don't think any of us would ever put animals on the same level as human beings, but do you believe that it is God who breathes the breath of life into them and that they will be a part of His kingdom? Or are they alive because it is just the way nature is set up and when they die it is over and done with?

Lisa

 

[SeniorSeeker]

God's Word, for the most part, is silent on animals going to heaven. Jesus did mention the Lion & the Lamb lying together in peace but it's my personal belief that the 'Lion' represents 'Jesus Christ' and the 'Lamb' represents 'His Children'. There are mentions of 'Other Animals' being 'In Heaven' presently but I believe those are more a figure of speech than actual animals. Who knows what God has in mind for us, on the New Earth, when He brings the New Jerusalem (His present kingdom) down from heaven. It is my belief that there will be numerous animals here, on the new earth, just as there was in the Garden of Eden.

 

[Ma Betty in MO]

would be nice to have my cat, Tony, there! I beliieve there will be animals during the thousand year reign of Christ on Earth and then in His eternal reign....I guess we will know when we get there! Ma

 

[7centsworth]

I believe they just die. If they can go to heaven then they can go to hell also. If they go to heaven then I have ate alot of pretty good cows in my life.

 

[Joe G]

I think you'll need a golden pooper scooper IMHO