9 What happens when we die?

15/04/2025 48 min

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There is a blog post that accompanies this episode at PrMarlon.comConnect with me.Check out our church at Cloverdale.orgIn this episode of the Prophecies of Hope series, Pr. Marlon explores the question, 'What happens when you die?' using biblical texts as the primary source of information. The discussion focuses on the biblical portrayal of death as sleep and draws insights from various scripture passages, including Genesis, John, Paul's letters, and Revelation. The story of Lazarus is examined to illustrate Jesus' perspective on death and resurrection. The episode also considers the theological implications of immortality and eternal life, emphasizing that these are gifts from God rather than inherent human traits. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their understanding of death in light of these biblical teachings.00:00 Introduction and Series Overview00:21 Transition to Deeper Prophecy01:18 The State of the Dead: Biblical Insights07:36 The Story of Lazarus: A Case Study11:23 Jesus and the Concept of Death15:23 Martha and Mary's Faith Amidst Grief21:00 Jesus Weeps: Understanding Divine Compassion24:06 Understanding Suffering and Trusting God24:59 Jesus at the Tomb of Lazarus26:51 The Miracle of Raising Lazarus28:14 The Concept of Death as Sleep32:17 Paul's Teachings on Death and Resurrection35:41 The Gift of Eternal Life45:22 The Tree of Life and Eternal Life48:37 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Topics