The 'What If You Wanted to Go To Heaven' meme is based on a multi-panel comic strip that depicts a young man approaching the gates of heaven, only to be denied entry by a divine figure. Originally surfacing in the mid-2010s within religious social media circles, the template was quickly co-opted by the broader internet for ironic humor. It is typically used to illustrate a situation where a perfect plan or desire is suddenly thwarted by a specific, often absurd, obstacle. The meme's popularity lies in its relatable depiction of frustration, often highlighting modern inconveniences, niche internet drama, or self-deprecating humor through the 'But God Said' punchline.