The Happiness of Heaven
Author | : Rev. Fr. J. Boudreau |
Publisher | : TAN Books |
Total Pages | : 154 |
Release | : 1984-06 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1505102677 |
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Author | : Rev. Fr. J. Boudreau |
Publisher | : TAN Books |
Total Pages | : 154 |
Release | : 1984-06 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1505102677 |
Author | : Happiness |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 1877 |
Genre | : Beatific vision |
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Author | : Christopher M. Brown |
Publisher | : CUA Press |
Total Pages | : 505 |
Release | : 2021-08-22 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 081323414X |
Eternal Life and Human Happiness in Heaven treats four apparent problems concerning eternal life in order to clarify our thinking about perfect human happiness in heaven. The teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas provide the basis for solutions to these four problems about eternal life insofar as his teachings call into question common contemporary theological or philosophical presuppositions about God, human persons, and the nature of heaven itself. Indeed, these Thomistic solutions often require us to think very differently from our contemporaries. But thinking differently with St. Thomas is worth it: for the Thomistic solutions to these apparent problems are more satisfying, on both theological and philosophical grounds, than a number of contemporary theological and philosophical approaches. Christopher Brown deploys his argument in four sections. The first section lays out, in three chapters, four apparent problems concerning eternal life—Is heaven a mystical or social reality? Is heaven other-worldly or this-worldly? Is heaven static or dynamic? Won’t human persons eventually get bored in heaven? Brown then explains how and why some important contemporary Christian theologians and philosophers resolve these problems, and notes serious problems with each of these contemporary solutions. The second section explains, in five chapters, St. Thomas’ significant distinction between the essential reward of the saints in heaven and the accidental reward, and treats in detail his account of that in which the essential reward consists, namely, the beatific vision and the proper accidents of the vision (delight, joy, and charity). The third section treats, in five chapters, St. Thomas’ views on the multifaceted accidental reward in heaven, where the accidental reward includes, among other things, glorified human embodiment, participation in the communion of the saints, and the joy experienced by the saints in sensing God’s “new heavens and new earth.” Finally, section four argues, in four chapters, that St. Thomas’ views allow for powerful solutions to the four apparent problems about eternal life examined in the first section. These solutions are powerful because, not only are they consistent with authoritative, Catholic Christian Tradition, but they do not raise any of the significant theological or philosophical problems that attend the contemporary theological and philosophical solutions examined in the first section.
Author | : Florentin J. Boudreaux |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 224 |
Release | : 1877 |
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Author | : Maurice Roberts |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 129 |
Release | : 2009-01-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9781601780812 |
While belief in heaven is essential to the Christian faith, the fact that pilgrim believers have not yet experienced heaven leaves us with many questions about what it will be like. In The Happiness of Heaven, Maurice Roberts surveys Holy Scripture to tell us what heaven is all about. In his characteristic style, Roberts discusses the biblical data clearly and relevantly, making soul-searching application at every turn. This is not just a book of interesting facts about what heaven is like; it is an appeal to men and women to find their happiness in the eternal comfort of God in Christ.
Author | : F.J Boudreaux |
Publisher | : BoD – Books on Demand |
Total Pages | : 106 |
Release | : 2020-07-30 |
Genre | : Fiction |
ISBN | : 3752373024 |
Reproduction of the original: The Happiness of Heaven by F.J Boudreaux
Author | : Randy Alcorn |
Publisher | : NavPress |
Total Pages | : 575 |
Release | : 2015-09-17 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1496403851 |
Do you ever wonder whether God even cares if we’re happy? This world can be so hard, and we aren’t promised an easy road. But that’s not the whole story. The Bible is filled with verses that prove that ours is a God who not only loves celebrations but also desperately wants his children to experience happiness. Why else would he go to the lengths he did to ensure our eternal happiness in his presence? We know that we will experience unimaginable joy and happiness in heaven, but that doesn’t mean we can’t also experience joy and happiness here on earth. In Happiness, noted theologian Randy Alcorn (bestselling author of Heaven) dispels centuries of misconceptions about happiness, including downright harmful ideas like the prosperity gospel, and provides indisputable proof that God not only wants us to be happy, he commands it. Randy covers questions like: How can I cultivate happiness in my life? What’s the difference between joy and happiness? Can good things become idols that steal our happiness? Is seeking happiness selfish? How can I achieve happiness through gratitude? What does it look like to receive God’s grace? The most definitive study on the subject of happiness to date, this book is a paradigm-shifting wake-up call for the church and Christians everywhere.
Author | : F. J. Boudreaux |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 384 |
Release | : 1871 |
Genre | : Future life |
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Author | : Bill Donohue |
Publisher | : Image |
Total Pages | : 306 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Philosophy |
ISBN | : 0804185824 |
The controversial president of The Catholic League shows how the Church may be the best guide for achieving long-term health and happiness. Religious Americans are by far the healthiest and happiest of any segment of the population--this is true across religions according to recent Gallup polls. Bill Donohue, President of the Catholic League, goes a step further to show that Catholicism will not only make you healthy and happy, but it will ultimately lead you to heaven too. In his latest book, The Catholic Advantage, Donohue turns his attention to the ways Catholicism is experienced by believers. He explores a simplified and practical way of looking at the faith, demonstrating how Catholic living enhances our well-being. With exciting new research and time-honored wisdom, Donohue shows how the application of beliefs, bonds and boundaries lead to a bountiful life, while the atheism, narcissism, and hedonism of secular intellectuals and celebrity culture paves the path to misery. Donohue writes, "Catholics who have faithfully followed the precepts of their religion, and have lived a life of good health and happiness, are nicely positioned to experience even greater happiness in heaven. Anyone who bats three for three, especially given these stakes, must be doing something right."
Author | : James L. Ferrell |
Publisher | : Deseret Book |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 2012-01-01 |
Genre | : Forgiveness |
ISBN | : 9781609089009 |