He’s known as “Brad Dad”. The title came from friends and family who have experienced his gift as a helper to both young and old. He’s a natural shepherd of people, sacrificing himself for their care and well being. Whether it’s his brilliant and beautiful wife Katie (his words) or their overweight, breathing impaired English Bulldog, the people of Branches, coworkers, family, friends, or the teens he walks with in the youth group – Brad shows up.

For the next few months we will not be posting mini sermons as we want to introduce the people of Branches to the people of Branches. If you're from outside of Branches, we hope this gives a clear, transparent picture of normal people trying to Love God and Love people.

The Gospel Message of Jesus’ resurrection is usually reserved to talk about only on Easter. But, moving forward, we see that it was the foundation of the early church’s message and faith.

There is one term, one overpowering element that is used to describe being in Heaven - Love. It is so overwhelming that scripture and other witnesses lead with that when describing being in the presence of God. God is love.

For those who have been in Heaven or the presence of our God, the question they always get is, “Now that you’ve seen God, been to Heaven - how are you living your life differently.” Let’s answer that question.

Will my dog be in heaven? Will I not know my spouse or children? What will we look like? Let’s listen in to God’s Word so the picture becomes clearer.

Heaven won’t have everything. And you will be glad of that. Let’s take a deeper dive.