I’ve gone back to a number of passages you cited, trying to evaluate whether your interpretations were correct. I have reread your criticisms a couple of times, asking God to help me see what I need to change in my thinking. So, John, when you contacted me I was looking forward to hearing your insights and anticipated making some changes in the book. That’s why I asked people to come to me in light of Acts 17:11 and 1 Thessalonians 5:21. Iron sharpens iron, and I believe I’m accountable for my words and want to do the best I can to be true to Scripture. Since publication, a dozen people’s input has prompted me to make a few dozen changes, mostly small but some significant, that will appear in future revisions. Often my immediate response is “he’s right I’ll change that.” The three theologians who went over early manuscripts had a great deal of helpful input. I value criticism, and take it seriously. I also appreciated your transparency in letting me know that you shared your criticisms of the book with your class at your church, including in the form of the handout. As I told you, when we met several months ago, I greatly appreciate that you came to me with your concerns about the Heaven book. Re: My response to your critique of my book Heaven
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