Did all the people who died before Jesus go to Hell?
I was told that all the people who died prior to Jesus (including Moses and Abraham) went to hell. Is this true? By his death and Resurrection, Jesus opened heaven (CCC 1026). Prior to that time all who died went to “hell”; however, the just went to a place in hell referred to as “the Bosom of Abraham,” where they would be comforted.
How did Jesus open the door to Heaven?
Answer: By his death and Resurrection, Jesus opened heaven (CCC 1026). Prior to that time all who died went to “hell”; however, the just went to a place in hell referred to as “the Bosom of Abraham,” where they would be comforted. The parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31) seems to indicate that there were two parts of hell.
What happened to Hades between Jesus’ death and resurrection?
It seems that in the time between Jesus’ death and resurrection, Jesus descended into Sheol and released those from Abraham’s Bosom and led them to Heaven. Those who die now in faith in Jesus go to Heaven, i.e. the presence of God. Hades, on the other hand, remains in tact, and those who die apart from faith still go there.
What does the Bible say about ascending to Heaven?
John 3:13 And no man has ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. ). All humans who have died (even those who have had God’s Spirit dwelling within them) are waiting in their graves for the return of Jesus Christ to establish the Kingdom of God on earth.
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What does the Bible tell us about Hell?
The Bible tells us. More specifically, Jesus tells us. Luke 16:19-31 contains the story of the rich man (who goes to hell) and Lazarus (who goes to heaven). The rich man “was in torment” (v. 23) and says, “I am in agony in this fire” (v. 24). Yes, hell is horrific beyond imagination.
What did Jesus say about the two eternal destinations?
Jesus also said there are only two eternal destinations. Only two; not three. Eternal life or eternal punishment (Matthew 25:46). Both of them are eternal. If life in heaven is eternal, so must be the punishment of hell. Who do you know who isn’t saved?