![]() ![]() Revelation 21:8 “But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” AND Revelation 20:14 “And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire.A spiritual death: Are you familiar with the saying, “Born once, die twice. The Bible teaches that there is another death. That is their theology based on the assumption we were created with immortal souls – but is that true? Does Scripture support it?Įach of us is subject to physical death. The critics claim that nowhere in Scripture is death or hell or fire a reference to annellation. In another word, Dead! With this understood, Matthew 10:28 should be very clear. You will find that dead means dead – without life. Hopefully, we all know what “to kill” means, and “dead is dead” (you can look “dead” up in any dictionary you like. Webster’s 1828 dictionary defines destroy – to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively. Strong’s defines destroyed – to destroy fully (reflexively, to perish, or lose), literally or figuratively. In this verse, both “kill” and “destroy” are synonyms, despite what our teachers tell us. Matthew 10:28 “And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. ![]() Those who go to Gehenna are consumed, destroyed, gone forever – Lets continue to examine this. Ten times it is used for Hades, which is a holding place for those who are awaiting the “Great White Throne judgment” and their trip to the “Lake of Fire.” ( Ac 2:27, 31 Re 6:8 20:13-14 Mt 16:18 Re 1:18 Mt 11:23 Lu 10:15 16:23).Īdditionally, it is used twelve times for Gehenna, which is the all consuming fire. Hell is an unfortunate translation in the King James New Testament. ![]() ” Acts 17:11ĭoes the Bible teach that God will torment sinners in never ending fire forever – and ever – and ever – and on into eternity? they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were. Your word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Psalm 119:104, 105 “Through your precepts I get understanding: therefore I hate every false way. What chance do we have to know what is truth? Jesus answered that question in John 17:17 in His prayer to the Father – “thy word is truth.” This is why it is imperative for each of us to READ THE BOOK! In the United States alone there are approximately 2000 mainline denominations, 9000 Protestant and 31000 independent churches – each with its own particular twist on scripture. They, in turn were taught by their denomination’s doctrines, colleges and seminaries. Our religious beliefs are formed from our church affiliations, pastors, priests, etc. Much of what we believe comes from what we have been taught by parents, teachers, and mentors. They are our anchors and guideposts through life. It’s only natural for our backs stiffen against anything that opposes our established paradigms. We tend to have a kneejerk reaction when our beliefs are challenged. It will question several of your core beliefs. This will be an uncomfortable conversation for some. ![]()
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