“All Scripture is inspired by God…” 2 Timothy 3:16 / Afterlife, Part II

Our Exploring Christianity Post 75 began an exploration of possible answers to the question of, “What happens to our souls after death?” In that post, we had grouped all the dozens (if not hundreds) of differentiated answers to this question into three “schools” of thought: Oblivionists (those who deny any deity or the existence of … Continue reading “All Scripture is inspired by God…” 2 Timothy 3:16 / Afterlife, Part II

“…whoever believes in him (Jesus) shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3”:16 / The Afterlife III

To This Point. This post is the third installment of our exploration into the question of “What happens to our souls after death?”  The first (Post 75, November 16, 2019) opened the question and introduced the Oblivionist, the Scripturalist, and the Universalist schools of thought on this topic.  It also described the Oblivionist position. Post … Continue reading “…whoever believes in him (Jesus) shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3”:16 / The Afterlife III

“The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season

As we approach Christmas this year, I think it appropriate that we explore the season of Advent, that four-week section of the Christian calendar that precedes the birth of Jesus. Advent is a time of preparation and expectation.  Fall is gone, and Winter is just beginning.  The days are becoming shorter, and night seems to … Continue reading “The Holy Spirit will come upon you…” Luke 1:35 / The Advent Season