Is there life after death?
Death isn't the end - it's the beginning. Discover what awaits beyond the grave.
20 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
The Raising of Lazarus
Jesus' friend Lazarus dies, and Jesus deliberately delays His arrival. At the tomb, He declares, "I am the resurrection and the life," then calls Lazarus out from death. This sign leads many to believ...
A Song of Trust and Resurrection
In that day, Judah will sing this song: a strong city with salvation for walls. Those who trust in the Lord find perfect peace. The chapter culminates in resurrection hope: "Your dead shall live."
The River of Life and Jesus Is Coming Soon
A river of the water of life flows from God's throne through the city; the tree of life yields fruit monthly, its leaves for healing. The curse is no more. Jesus declares: "Behold, I am coming soon." ...
A Feast of Salvation
Isaiah bursts into praise. God has destroyed the fortified city and become a refuge for the poor. On Mount Zion, He will host a feast for all peoples, swallow up death forever, and wipe away every tea...
The Resurrection of the Dead
Paul declares the heart of the gospel: Christ died, was buried, and rose again. If Christ is not raised, faith is futile. But Christ has been raised—the firstfruits of those who will rise.
The Revelation of Jesus Christ
John receives a vision on Patmos of the glorified Christ walking among seven golden lampstands. Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, who holds the keys of Death and Hades.
The New Heaven and New Earth
A new heaven and new earth appear; the New Jerusalem descends from heaven as a bride adorned for her husband. God dwells with His people; death, mourning, crying, and pain are no more. The city needs ...
The Path of Life
David expresses total satisfaction in God as his inheritance, finds counsel even in the night, and looks forward to the fullness of joy and eternal pleasures in God's presence.
The Futility of Wealth
A wisdom psalm teaching that riches cannot ransom the soul or prevent death—both rich and poor die, but God will redeem the righteous.
The Resurrection and Great Commission
On the third day, women discover the empty tomb. An angel announces Jesus is risen. Jesus appears to them and later to the disciples in Galilee, commissioning them to make disciples of all nations, ba...
The Ministry of Reconciliation
We long for our heavenly dwelling. Whether in the body or away, we aim to please Christ before His judgment seat. In Christ, we are new creations. God gave us the ministry of reconciliation.
Living to Please God
Paul provides practical instruction on holy living, addressing sexual purity, brotherly love, and proper conduct, while offering profound comfort regarding believers who have died before Christ's retu...
Debates in the Temple
Religious leaders challenge Jesus' authority and try to trap Him with questions about taxes and resurrection. Jesus silences them with wisdom and turns the tables, asking about the Messiah's identity....
The Wedding Feast, Taxes, and the Greatest Commandment
Jesus tells the parable of the wedding feast, then answers challenges about paying taxes to Caesar, the resurrection, and the greatest commandment. He turns the tables by asking whose son the Christ i...
The Shrewd Manager and the Rich Man and Lazarus
Jesus tells the parable of a dishonest manager who uses his position to secure his future, teaching that worldly wealth should be used for eternal purposes. The story of the rich man and Lazarus warns...
The Resurrection and Great Commission
The stone is rolled away, the tomb is empty, and the angel announces the most important news in history: "He has risen!" Mark concludes with Jesus' commission to His disciples to proclaim the gospel t...
Stephen's Speech and Martyrdom
Stephen delivers a sweeping speech tracing Israel's history of rejecting God's messengers. He accuses his hearers of resisting the Holy Spirit like their fathers. Enraged, they stone him. Stephen sees...
The Thousand Years and Final Judgment
An angel binds Satan for a thousand years while saints reign with Christ. After the millennium, Satan is released, deceives nations for final rebellion, and is thrown into the lake of fire. The dead s...
Parables, Controversies, and True Devotion
Jesus tells the parable of the wicked tenants, then faces questions about taxes to Caesar, the resurrection, and the greatest commandment. He warns against the scribes and commends a poor widow who gi...
Healing at Bethesda and the Authority of the Son
Jesus heals a man who has been an invalid for thirty-eight years at the pool of Bethesda—on the Sabbath. When Jewish leaders object, Jesus claims to work as the Father works, asserting equality with...
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