PETS IN HEAVEN?
I feel a little helpless today. I’m not supposed to lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk, yet our 13-year old Chocolate Lab, Allie, has been sick for a couple of days, and we had to get her to the vet this morning. Anita had to do most of the lifting, because Allie probably weighs 50 lbs. He diagnosed her with a serious infection and we had him keep her there for treatment with an IV. Shortly, he called to say she went into shock and died. Neither of us could lift her, and I knew I shouldn’t be digging a hole, so we called our boys.
They both took some time off work to help us out, digging the hole, picking her up from the Vet’s, and burying her. I really appreciate their help. We’ve raised Allie since she was a pup. Although she was part chicken, she always let us know when company was near. And, after the kids all flew the coup, she was great company for Anita. We’ll miss her.
There is nothing in the Bible about animals going to heaven. But, we know that there are horses in heaven. Heaven is a place for the redeemed of the Lord, and animals don’t need a Savior, because they never violated God’s laws (Sin) in the first place. What do you think? Will our pets be in heaven?