Heaven and Hell
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Key Takeaways
The traditional understanding of heaven and hell may not align with the biblical perspective.
Heaven is not an ethereal realm but a physical place on the new earth where believers will dwell with God.
Sheol and Hades are synonymous terms referring to the abode of the dead, with a separation between a good and bad compartment.
Tartarus is a place reserved for fallen angels, distinct from Sheol and Hades.
Parables should not be taken as literal descriptions of the afterlife, but as teaching instruments with a main point. Hell is a terrible place and it is important to flee to Christ for salvation.
Heaven is better than we can imagine and it is a place where we can dwell with God.
Our view of heaven should be centered on God and His glory, not on worldly desires.
The present schema of heaven and hell is a temporary state, and the ultimate goal is to be resurrected in physical bodies on a new earth.
It is important to have a proper understanding of God and His plan for salvation.