Belief in a post-mortem afterlife, where deceased Believers wait in Heaven in the presence of the Lord until the time of resurrection, has come under considerable attack in the past century, primarily from theological liberals, but now even from some purported theological conservatives. Even in our own Messianic movement, the idea that “going to Heaven when you die” is not a Biblical teaching, has gained much ground in various sectors, even though there has been little detailed engagement with the ramifications of such a view.
Posts Tagged: Afterlife
Why Hell Must Be Eternal – Articles
Make no mistake about it: eternal punishment is a very serious issue that is to drive people to tears and lamentation, as they are to consider their own very serious mortal and sinful limitations in view of a perfect Creator God. Those who do not respond to the message of the good news of salvation in Yeshua the Messiah (Jesus Christ), by receiving Him into their hearts, will be severely penalized for it.
Psychopannychy, motivation for belief – FAQ
What does your ministry think is the main reason(s) why some people are motivated to believe or advocate a doctrine of psychopannychy/soul sleep?
Psychopannychy, term – FAQ
What does the term “psychopannychy” mean?
Psychopannychy, growing in adherence – FAQ
Why does it seem that a concept like psychopannychy is growing in adherence in today’s Christian and Messianic world?
Philippians 1:23 – FAQ
What do those who believe in psychopannychy/soul sleep do about Philippians 1:23, and with Paul desiring to depart and be with the Messiah?
Luke 16:19-31 – FAQ
What do those who believe in psychopannychy/soul sleep do about the parable of Lazarus and the rich man?
Heaven, prayer covering offered by deceased loved ones – FAQ
Do you think that the righteous in Heaven offer prayer covering for those of us who are on Earth?
Afterlife, negates significance of death – FAQ
Is it not true that an afterlife in Heaven before the resurrection, would subtract from the significance of death?
Afterlife, negates need for the resurrection – FAQ
Going to Heaven makes no sense in light of the doctrine of resurrection. What is the point of the future resurrection if Believers just go to Heaven when they die?
