The Reality of Hell

Text: Mark 9:43-48 In this lesson, we are concluding our three-part series discussing what happens after death. So far we have seen that the afterlife is a reality, so death is not the end. We have also seen that Heaven awaits those who are faithful. But what about those who are not faithful? They will […]

The Reality of the Afterlife

Text: John 5:28-29 Death is a sad reality of life, but what happens after death? Last year we spent a lesson answering this question. This lesson is the first of a three-part series in which we will go into the topic a little deeper. Many people wonder about this, so it could provide an opportunity […]

Answering Basic Questions (Part 12): What Happens When We Die?

Text: 1 Peter 3:15 In our text, Peter explained that each Christian needs to be ready to give an answer for what we believe. Giving a defense for the HOPE within us requires an ability to articulate the basics of our faith. In this series, we are going to discuss some basic questions that may […]

The Day of Eternity

Text: 2 Peter 3:18 This is the seventh in a series of lessons examining some great days in history – not in secular history, but days of spiritual importance. In this seventh lesson, we’re going to be discussing the day of eternity and what happens after life on earth is over. The Background The world will be […]

Euphemisms for Death

Text: Ecclesiastes 7:1-2 The Bible uses several expressions (euphemisms) for death. A euphemism is a milder word/phrase used in place of a stronger one. The euphemisms for death used in the Bible teach us some lessons. We would do well to take them to heart. Going the Way of All the Earth (1 Kings 2:1-2) […]

What Happens After Death?

Text: Job 14:14 Is there life after death? Many say ‘no’ – they believe that our existence here is all there is. But we say ‘yes’ – there is life after death. But what happens after death? In this lesson, we will consider some various theories people have about the afterlife and will compare these […]

Blessed Are the Dead Who Die in the Lord

Text: Revelation 14:13 When a faithful child of God passes away, this verse is often used to comfort those who are grieving. But it is important to understand why these individuals are blessed. They Are Blessed Because They Have Died in the Lord In one sense, we might say that all who have died are […]