Why Not A Post-Bucket List?

In the Spring issue of Eternal Perspectives magazine author Randy Alcorn writes that “the reality of the resurrection means you don’t need a bucket list.” He explains: “The term ‘bucket list’ was popularized by the 2007 movie of that name. It’s an inventory of things people want to do before they ‘kick the bucket.’ The idea is, since our time on earth is limited, if something is important for us to do, we have to do it now, because this is our only chance to do it.”

Alcorn, however, goes on to write that this view of the world falls short of how the follower of Jesus should see the future. It is certainly not wrong to have a bucket list. However, our physical death in this age will not be the last opportunity we have to have adventures in this world. Because we are united to Jesus Christ and because he is the firstfruits of our resurrection, we know we will be resurrected and will live on the new earth, the new heaven, for all eternity. So, go ahead and have a bucket list. And, while you are at it, why not make a post-bucket list. Maybe you can start off with a trip to Mars or Venus!

Praise God that because Jesus lives, we live and will continue to live also!