This is a common question for many Christians. We all wonder if we will retain our memories from this life once we are in Heaven. The Bible does not give a definitive yes or no answer, but it does provide some clues that suggest we will likely remember aspects of our earthly lives. First, the Bible says we will be given new, resurrected bodies when we enter Heaven (1 Corinthians 15:42-44). Our spirits will be united with our new, perfect, eternal bodies. There is nothing to suggest these new bodies will not have memories and consciousness. In fact, the Bible…
Author: Kerry Baysinger
The concept of reincarnation – the belief that souls are reborn into new bodies after death – is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible. However, there are several biblical passages that are relevant to the discussion of reincarnation and the afterlife. The immortality of the soul The Bible teaches that human beings have an immortal soul that exists beyond physical death. For example: “And the dust returns to the earth as it was, and the spirit returns to God who gave it.” (Ecclesiastes 12:7 ESV) This verse indicates that while the physical body decays after death, the spirit continues on.…
The Bible does not give a definitive answer to what we will look like in heaven, but it does provide some clues. Here is an overview of key points from Scripture about what our resurrected bodies may be like: We will have physical bodies The Bible indicates that we will have actual physical bodies in heaven, rather than just spiritual forms. Jesus resurrected in bodily form (Luke 24:39), and Paul states that our current earthly bodies will be transformed into glorified, immortal bodies (1 Corinthians 15:42-44, 50-55). Our bodies will be recognizable as who we were on earth (Luke 16:19-31),…
The glory of God is one of the most important concepts in the Bible. God’s glory refers to His greatness, majesty, holiness, and righteousness. It is the radiance, splendor and manifestation of His being. The Bible shows that all of creation declares God’s glory (Psalm 19:1). This article will examine what Scripture says about the glory of God and what it means for us. God’s Glory in the Old Testament In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for glory is kabod. It means heaviness or weightiness and conveys the idea of God’s visible presence and majesty. God’s glory was often…
Jesus often prefaces important statements with the phrases “Verily, verily” or “Truly, truly.” This solemn introduction indicates that what follows is significant and worthy of special attention. The repetition of “verily” or “truly” serves to emphasize the truth and importance of the subsequent words. The Greek word translated as “verily” or “truly” is “amen.” It expresses strong agreement and affirmation of what is about to be said. When Jesus says “Amen, amen,” it underscores the authority and truthfulness of His teaching. It indicates a significant statement is coming When Jesus introduces a statement with “verily, verily,” He is signaling to…
To abide in Christ means to remain in a close, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. It involves depending on Him, drawing life and nourishment from Him, and being faithful to Him. Here’s a more in-depth look at what it means to abide in Christ: 1. Abiding in Christ starts with salvation In John 15:4-5, Jesus says, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in…
Radical Orthodoxy is a theological movement that began in the late 1990s among academic theologians in the United Kingdom. The movement aims to recover classical Christian orthodoxy, emphasizing the transcendence of God and the sacramental nature of reality, in response to postmodern critiques of traditional Christianity. Some key features of Radical Orthodoxy include: Emphasis on Divine Transcendence Radical Orthodoxy stresses the utter transcendence and “otherness” of God, against modern ideas of God as immanent in creation or subject to rational understanding (Isaiah 55:8-9). God infinitely surpasses human concepts and cannot be constrained by philosophical systems. Faith seeks understanding, but God…
The Bible has a lot to say about the end of the world, also known as eschatology. This article will provide an overview of the major biblical teachings about the end times and what the Bible says will happen leading up to and during the end of the age. The Return of Jesus Christ One of the most prominent eschatological themes in Scripture is the second coming of Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself predicted that He would return again to judge the world and establish His eternal kingdom (Matthew 24:44, John 14:3). The New Testament writers also spoke frequently of Christ’s…
Baptism is an important act of obedience and public declaration of faith for Christians. The Bible provides guidance on the meaning and method of baptism. Here is an overview of what the Bible says about how believers should be baptized: The Meaning and Purpose of Baptism Baptism symbolizes the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It also represents the new believer’s identification and unity with Christ in His death and resurrection (Romans 6:3-4). Through baptism, believers publicly profess their faith in Christ and demonstrate submission to Him as Lord. Baptism signifies cleansing from sin and the old way of…
What is saving grace? Saving grace is the grace of God that brings salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. It is God’s undeserved favor and mercy in providing salvation for sinners through the atoning sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. The concept of saving grace is found throughout the Bible and is a central theme in Christianity. The Need for Saving Grace According to the Bible, all people are sinners and fall short of God’s glory (Romans 3:23). Sin separates people from God and results in spiritual death (Isaiah 59:2; Romans 6:23). Because of sin, no one can earn salvation…