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What does the Bible say about hellfire?

What does the Bible say about hellfire?

In Matthew 13:42, Jesus says: “And shall cast them into a furnace of fire: there shall be wailing and gnashing of teeth.” HELL IS FOREVER! All who enter hell — abandon all hope! The horror of hell — for even one second is unbearable — but FOREVER!

What is a literal view of heaven and hell?

Traditionally, Christians believed that Heaven and Hell are physical places. Nowadays, some Christians believe that Heaven and Hell could be states of mind – for example, Heaven might be a place of unending happiness. Additionally, Roman Catholics believe in a place called Purgatory .

Will people in heaven see those in Hell?

No one is in either place yet, as far as I know, see Revelation 20:11–15. At the point when both places are filled, there is no way people in heaven will see those in Hell, nor will they remember anyone who went there. Otherwise, there could not be only joy in heaven.

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Do people in Heaven know what happens on Earth?

Yes, heaven is a place of total happiness and peace, and we can be confident that our loved ones who have gone before us into heaven are not disturbed or upset over the evil things that happen here on earth. The Bible doesn’t clearly tell us if people in heaven are able to observe what happens on earth–although there are some hints that they do.

Does the Bible Answer all our questions about Heaven?

The Bible doesn’t answer all our questions about Heaven—but it does indicate that those who have already entered Heaven may be aware of events on earth. The book of Hebrews, for example, pictures life as a great arena, with those who have gone before us cheering us on in our daily spiritual struggles (see Hebrews 12:1).

Can our lost loved ones see us from heaven?

Similarly, it is believed that no one can see from heaven to earth, except God Himself. I could find no conclusive Bible evidence that our lost loved ones can see us from heaven.