Preparing for Glory
Will I become an angel when I die? What is life like in heaven? How do I leave a spiritual legacy?
You don’t have to be dying to have questions about death, the afterlife, legacy planning, and more. Life and legacy coach Elizabeth Turnage presents bite-size biblical answers on theological and practical issues, accompanied by beautiful hymns, prayers, reflection questions, and additional resources. Rediscover hope as you meditate on the glory that lies ahead.
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- Day 1: The Spurgeon Library | Glory!
- Day 2: Why Must We Die? | Core Christianity
- Day 3: The Death of Death in the Death of Christ Means Victory Over Death for Those Who Believe | TGC
- Day 4: Resurrection Sermon by Stephen Um | Vimeo
- Day 5: Death and the Intermediate State | Ligonier
- Day 6: People Aren’t Downgraded to Angels When They Die | 1517
- Day 7: Heaven Will Never Be Boring | Desiring God
- Day 8: Book of 1 Thessalonians Summary | BibleProject
- Day 9: Resurrection: The Ultimate Makeover? | Vimeo
- Day 10: Heaven is a Place on Earth: 3 Reasons from 2 Peter 3 | P&R
- Day 11: Former Things by Scotty Smith | Ligonier
- Day 12: Q&R on the Book of Revelation with Darrell Johnson and Tim Hughes | CCLN
- Day 13: The Comfort of God’s Justice and Judgment by Nancy Guthrie | YouTube
- Day 14: The Uncomfortable Subject Jesus Addressed More than Anyone Else by Leslie Schmucker | TGC
- Day 15: The Lost Art of Dying with Lydia Dugdale | YouTube
- Day 16: Finishing Well by J.I. Packer | YouTube
- Day 17: Aging with Grace: The Back Story with Karen Hodge, Susan Hunt, and Sharon Betters | YouTube
- Day 18: If We Prayed More Would Fewer Of Our People Get Sick? by Paul Carter | TGC
- Day 19: A Godly Perspective on End-of-Life Decisions with Kathryn Butler | YouTube
- Day 20: Organizing Your Life and Legacy with Elizabeth Turnage and Sharon Betters | MARKINC
- Day 21: The FAQs: What Christians Should Know About Cremation by Joe Carter | TGC
- Day 22: Please Don’t Make My Funeral All About Me by Nancy Guthrie | TGC
- Day 23: Giving When You’re Gone by Adam Zylstra | TGC
- Day 24: Sentimental Items by Becca Ehrlich | Christian Minimalism
- Day 25: Sharing the Stories of Your Life: Why Its Important and How to Do It by Elizabeth Turnage
- Day 26: “Day 29” of Abide in Me: 31 Days with Jesus and the Upper Room Discourse by the Presbyterian Church in America’s Committee on Discipleship Ministries
- Day 27: Tim Keller Wants to Help You Forgive | TGC
- Day 28: The Thank-You Project: An Interview of Nancy Davis Kho by Nicole Lutze
- Day 29: Some Thoughts On Ministering to the Sick and Dying by Kevin DeYoung | TGC
- Day 30: Singing Christ's Hope Into Your Suffering | YouTube
- Day 31: Gospel Comfort for Caregivers: Six Ways Your Church Can Help by Elizabeth Turnage | byFaith
- Day 32: How Jesus Cares for Caregivers by Marissa Bondurant | CDM
- Day 33: Martin Luther on Preparing to Die | Tabletalk
- Day 34: The Valley of Vision: The Trinity | YouTube
- Day 35: Clarissa Moll: Surprised by Grief | YouTube
- Day 36: How to Lament After Two Years of Loss with Mark Vroegop | YouTube
- Day 37: Coping as You Anticipate a Loss by Marty Tousley | Open to Hope
- Day 38: Comfort When an Unbeliever Dies by Nancy Guthrie | TGC
- Day 39: What Grieving People Wish You Knew by Nancy Guthrie | Crossway Articles
- Day 40: Watch "Randy Alcorn's Message at His Wife Nanci's Memorial Service | YouTube
Endorsements
“Preparing for death isn’t morbid—it’s a joy for those who have already been raised to newness of life in Christ. This book (a work of art!) is theologically fresh, deeply encouraging, and so very practical.”
—Scotty Smith, Founding Pastor, Christ Community Church, Franklin, Tennessee
“A book I’ve been longing for as each day takes me closer to heaven. It is one I will return to again and again.”
—Sharon W. Betters, Author, Treasures of Encouragement and Aging with Grace
“A passionate and personal, biblical and theological message that helps readers regardless of whether they are facing their final days, journeying with a dying loved one, or living life to its fullest.”
—Jeremy Ruckstaetter, Associate Professor of Counseling, Covenant Theological Seminary
“This book is a wonderful tool not only for considering eternal truths but also for guiding meaningful dialogue with loved ones about the most essential things.”
—Karen Hodge, Coordinator of Women’s Ministries, Presbyterian Church in America (PCA)
“Both practical and hope-filled, equipping believers to prepare for the certain glory that awaits us in eternity.”
—Christina Fox, Author, A Heart Set Free and The Great Big Sad
“Serves as the pastor’s ‘go-to’ handbook to accompany the Bible. Valuable devotional readings help you to prayerfully navigate the difficult topics at the end of life, connect with God, and learn from Scripture.”
—Michael C. Hoppe, Chaplain, Indiana University Health Hospice