Resurrection

"And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting contempt" (Daniel 12:2).

The Bible talks in many places of three distinct resurrections, where those who have died are brought back to life in three separate groups for three separate reasons. What's the story behind these resurrections—and does it matter which one you're in?

Aqueles Que Morrem Sem Conhecer a Jesus Cristo
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How Eternal Life Will Ultimately Be Offered to All

What happens to those who, simply because of when and where they were born, never had an opportunity to hear of Jesus Christ and God's Word? Are they doomed to eternal torment? What exactly does the Bible teach about hell?
O Apóstolo Paulo Esperava Estar Consciente no Céu Imediatamente Após Sua Morte?
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Did Paul Expect to Be Conscious in Heaven Right After Dying?

Many have assumed from Paul's words here that he believed that at the moment of his death his consciousness would leave his body to join Christ in heaven. But is this the case?
A Promessa da Vida Depois da Morte
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The Promise of Life After Death

God’s Word provides assurance of life after death—though not in a heavenly afterlife as thought by so many! God promises that life will return through a resurrection of the dead. This is how mankind can receive His gift of eternal...
A História do Ensinamento da ‘Alma Imortal’
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The History of the Immortal-Soul Teaching

Despite widespread use of the phrase immortal soul, this terminology is found nowhere in the Bible. Where did the idea of an immortal soul originate?
Alguns Versículos da Bíblia Ensinam que Temos uma Alma Imortal?
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Do Some Bible Verses Teach That We Have an Immortal Soul?

Some believe that various scriptures support belief in an immortal soul. Let's consider some of these passages and understand what they really say.
O Mistério da Morte
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The Mystery of Death

Death is one of life’s greatest mysteries. Do we really die, or do we have a soul that lives on apart from the body? Many are confused about this, and this has led to great misunderstandings about death. Does the...
Introdução
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Introduction: What Happens After Death?

Life is precious to us. We don’t want to die. But what really happens to us after death? Scientists, philosophers and even theologians don’t agree. Where can we go for answers? Shouldn’t we seek them from the Creator of life?
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Did the thief on the cross go to heaven?

Did Jesus promise that the thief who was crucified with Him would go to "Paradise" that same day?
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What Is The "Spirit in Man"?

Several verses in the Bible talk about a spirit of man that is described much differently from what many religions envision as an immortal soul. What is this spirit in man?
An old cemetery in the country.
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Will Everyone Have a Chance for Salvation? What Happens After Death / at the Resurrection / at Judgment Day?

Death seems so capricious - so unfair. But God is merciful and has the power over death. How will He provide a chance for salvation for everyone?
A man walking down a tunnel hallway.
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What Does the Bible Say About Reincarnation?

Do the souls of people come back again and again in different bodies? Does the Bible contain any teachings about reincarnation or the transmigration of souls?
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What happened to the resurrected saints mentioned in Matthew 27: 52-53?

Why did God raise dead Christians from their graves at the time of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection? What happened to these saints?
Sunset in a field.
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Does the Bible say anything about cremation?

In considering funeral plans, many have questions about cremation. Is cremation acceptable for Christians?
What Will It Be Like to Be Resurrected?
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What Will It Be Like to Be Resurrected?

What will it be like for those raised to life again in the resurrection described in Ezekiel's vision? Suddenly being raised back to physical life will certainly come as a shock to just about everyone affected!
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Where Is the Grave

From the beginning of time, man has wondered what will happen once he departs this life. Is a physical body necessary? Where does a person go after death? There is a spiritual dimension most people miss, which is an integral...
A field of daisy flowers in a field.
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Coming Soon: The Magnificent Millennium

The fact that a large portion of Bible prophecy describes the Millennium proves it is extremely important to God. And the more you understand it, the more important it will be to you.
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Arrangements Pending

The older gentleman had lived his life on the social fringe, and exited the world almost unnoticed—but the occasion of his death provided a lesson for those still living.
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Utopian Prophecies of Our Future Dwelling Place

Bible prophecy is not just about gloomy future happenings belonging to this present evil age. It also encompasses Christ's coming millennial rule on earth and the Kingdom of God. This article focuses on our futuristic dwelling place in that glorious...
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Has America Lost Its "Moral Mind"?

While You Were Sleeping was a movie several years ago about dramatic developments in a family when one of its members was in a coma. Were you sleeping last summer? Do you know what happened in the "American family"?
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Will Christians go to heaven for 1,000 years when Christ returns?

Where will they be when Christ comes back?
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