As the spirit of Colton’s vision affirms, it is a God-given glimpse into the hope of heaven that awaits all who have his same childlike faith in Christ Jesus. Rather, it is one more testimony to God’s plan throughout human history: It’s the story of God revealing glory’s reality in terms that even a little child can understand. The Burpos’ story is not about a special revelation, nor is it a God-inspired description of heaven’s geography or demographics. It’s the age-old story of how people whose trust is in God experience their greatest suffering being transformed by God into blessing and glory.
The faithful and authentic account of the Burpo family, their church, and their community unfolds not only a testimony to the hope of Jesus Christ’s heaven, but also to the good news of his hope here and now. Pastor Burpo relates how in the months following Colton’s emergency surgery, the little boy began to remarkably describe events and people that should be impossible for him to have seen or met. Both book and movie recount the moving story of Crossroads Wesleyan Church pastor Todd Burpo (Imperial, Nebraska), his family, and the 2003 near-death experience of his three-year-old son Colton. The Heaven Is for Real movie is based on the compelling events described in the popular book by the same title. I’m praying this movie will draw many into the saving and gracious kingdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.” The fact that heaven is for real is what keeps me and our children going through this season of life. Similarly, Jim Dunn, director of Church Multiplication and Discipleship, The Wesleyan Church, anticipates this chance for outreach from a very personal perspective: “I haven’t had a vision that I know of, but I’ve seen Jesus through the eyes and smile of my bride the first Sunday of November 2013 as she took her last earthly breaths.
It will definitely lead to conversations that will further open doors to share faith.” This movie is a God-given opportunity to share a glimpse into the mysteries of God and eternity with others.
Jo Anne Lyon (General Superintendent, The Wesleyan Church) is excited at the prospect: “The Easter season heightens interest in life after death in most people’s minds.
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