Many today live only for the present life. Christians anticipate eternity.

Our age idolizes health. Christians know that despite suffering now, we will have glorified bodies in the future.

Without Christ, death is a fearful unknown. Christians know that death ushers us into the presence of our Saviour in heaven - where there will be no more grief or suffering.

In this book, Sharon James has brought together a collection of well-loved hymns, Bible readings and other writings on the theme of heaven. If you or someone you love is enduring trials or even facing death, this book will help to provide courage to persevere in the faith and hold on to the hope that the believer has in Christ. It will also help and encourage all of us to prepare for eternity.


'Christians talk about growing old with grace; the young glibly assume that when they reach old age they will be able to handle whatever happens. However, working with elderly people has shown me that old age can be the biggest challenge in the lives of Christians and their families, something this anthology seeks to address'.
Review from Grace Magazine – January 2008

'The subtitle of this attractive book - Anticipating Eternity - indicates its theme. Sharon James has brought together a wide variety of material - Scripture passages, prayers, hymns, extracts from books and sermons - which enable God’s people to prepare for heaven'.
Review from Peace and Truth January 2008

'This encouraging book is a compilation of hymns, Bible verses and writings on the subject of heaven, ably and helpfully edited by Sharon James. It is a very easy book to read and has been well laid out. Many common questions regarding heaven are addressed and each theme builds on those preceding'.
Review from Evangelicals Now, February 2008

'This mix of Bible quotations, personal writings, hymns and doctrinal excerpts is a delightful read and would be a wonderful present for any Christian. The emphasis is on heaven and the comfort that believers in Christ derive from the truth of knowing where they are going when they die!'
Review from New Life - Australia’s Christian Newspaper, dated 17th April 2008

'It is great that this book has been written and the subtitle anticipating eternity reminds us all that we are not just of this earth but we, as Christians, anticipate a wonderful future with Christ. The book is a compilation of writings, hymns, Bible readings and poetry which face such issues as heaven, illness, pain, ageing and death itself. It does not evade the issues but meets them face to face with confidence and assurance. It should be commented that the writings are predominantly old and there are very few modern authors included, do not be fooled by the modern cover. The book could be read privately or be used to read aloud to someone who needs a bit of encouragement during a difficult time.'
Review from www.thegoodbookstall.co.uk