That’s quite clear. Thanks.
Here’s a question:
Sometimes a non-Catholic will insist that all humans in heaven are equal. As I understand it, they base this on God’s not being a respecter of persons.
You say that post salvation sin leaves scars on the soul and means passing up some rewards.
So I’m wondering if you think all the ‘saints’ are equal.
We are equal before The Cross.
It is clear from Scripture, that there are . . . for lack of a better word . . . ranks . . . in Heaven . . . without envy, jealousy, arrogance etc.
IIRC a recent read of a Heavenly visitation narrative included the note
that the highest ranking patriarch types were always the most servant-hearted and diligent about serving others in Heaven.
Believers in heaven will receive eternal rewards. They are not the same any more than different people are the same. God has a plan for each and every one of us.
This is why the Christian way of life, of abiding in Him is so important. For every cursing there is a blessing, perhaps not now, maybe not until the bema seat, but the eternal consequences are rich for the winner-believer who continues the course and perseveres.