Is Soul Sleep Biblical or Do Believers Go to Heaven When We Die?

Is soul sleep Biblical? When we die, does our soul go to sleep or do we go into the presence of God? What exactly happens to a person when they die? Some will suggest a doctrine called soul sleep. They claim that when you die, you become unconscious and your soul "sleeps." Others claim you go directly to heaven if you believe in Jesus. This video will discuss the doctrine of soul sleep and evaluate it against the backdrop of what the Bible says about what happens when we die.

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TIME STAMPS
00:00 - Opening thoughts
01:35 - Preview of the Video
02:05 - What does the word "sleep" mean in the Bible?
03:03 - What does the Old Testament say about life after death?
05:49 - What does the New Testament say about life after death?
17:08 - What exactly happens when we die?
19:24 - Closing thoughts

[thebeatagp]

Hey BEAT family! This is a follow-up video from many of the questions you all asked on my video about "Can People in Heaven Watch What's Going on Here on Earth?" Many people made the claim that there are no people in heaven now. This video discusses the idea of soul sleep and whether or not that concept is biblical. Enjoy and let me know your thoughts below!

[thekeytokrissy]

Please, if you’re reading this and don’t mind praying, please pray for my 1 year old baby girl Reign who has a very low white blood cell count.Thank you in advance!

[aprilwalford]

I don’t care if I sleep or I’m translated right away!! As long as I am in the first resurrection and I see my Lord! As long as I hear well done my good and faithful servant!!! As long as my salvation is secured in my Lord Jesus!! That’s enough for me!!

[marijowallace]

Thank you Jesus! My son went home 5 years ago in a tragic drowning accident. But he was ready, Joseph knew Jesus, and was secure in him. Theses scriptures have given me so much comfort. Since his departure, I have purposely studied Heaven, this place that Jesus and our Heavenly Father have prepared for us! So excited for my son, even though I miss him everyday, I know Joseph is in good hands! I thank Jesus everyday for the cross, and becoming my sacrificial lamb for my sins. To all who receive Christ, gives us the right to become sons and daughters of the most high. Thank you for sharing these scriptures, I know them, but will meditate on them today. Grateful to be a part of the family of God! 🕊️🙏♥️

[kaykamp]

Several years ago, I was working for a Christian company. One morning, the man bringing us the devotion for the day seemed rather "out of it." He left the chapel to return, with his wife, to his work area. On the way, he stopped and fell to the floor. He said one word as he left his body--"Jesus!" He obviously was not "going to sleep, " but was joining his Savior, whom he saw and who was waiting for him.

My son died and I ask God where he went and God replied to me “His Spirit/breath has returned to the one who gave it” that was all God said!

[ChaplainReece]

I always use the illustration of a baby being born. In the womb they are in a familiar place. But when they come out they have no control. They are simply trusting in who is there delivering them.
Whenever you die you enter into another room. If you’re anything like me you’re trusting in Jesus to be there waiting on you to receive you on the other side.

[iamtracywilson]

My grandmother passed today. She was the anchor and backbone to many in the family. I can't sleep tonight as I am away from my family and taking refuge in God's word to comfort myself during this time. YouTube somehow gave me this video and I know my grandmother was a believer, she taught me about Jesus, and now I know she is not sleeping, but in the very loving arms of our Lord and savior. This gives me great peace, but I am still hurting deeply... please pray for me and my family. She was 93 years old and passed after she got home from her doctor visit today..she taught me everything I know, and was there when I was born, through school, and all of my life.. I am truly heartbroken💔

[realliving]

As an Ex Jehovah's Witness this is very encouraging 🥰!!

[KateMarshall]

I lost my husband/best friend of thirty years this past November; I was the only one in the room just before the angels took him Home. He couldn't speak, and tears were rolling down his cheeks. I gave him permission to go home; and let him know that I will be okay...and thirty seconds later he left.

[passionforyarn]

Hello Beat family, I wanted to share this with you guys. My mother was sick with liver cancer and in Feb of 2019 she departed with the lord. She lived in Florida and also my brother and sister. They got to be with her at her death bed and said their goodbyes. I at the time lived in Connecticut and even though i saw her for a few days for Thanksgiving of 2018 I didn't see her before she died. When i got to Florida she was already gone for 9 hrs because she die at 2 am and i got there at 11am. Out of all her kids i was the only one serving the Lord and was praying and fasting for her healing but God had other plans.
A few months later i woke up from my sleep and on my bedroom wall the Lord showed me a vision of my mother in heaven. I was not asleep. I saw her well, not sick and she was in this huge beautiful Mansion . She was sitting down and there was a table right next to her with the most beautiful centerpiece of lots of flowers. She was at peace, at rest. This place was beautiful and i will share my testimony in my channel very soon. Too much to say here. I will never forget it, never! She was happy and not asleep.She was awake!

[MH-gyob]

Ecclesiastes 12:7 (HCSB): the dust returns to the earth as it once was,
and the spirit returns to God who gave it.

[jjhenry-A]

This is so comforting -Hallelujah-We’ll be with Christ after exiting this earth 🙏🏾

[carlostacos]

I lost my mom 5 years ago and this really gave me peace in my spirit that I know my moms in heaven and someday I see her again 🙏🏽♥️

[SchoolForProphets]

Btw, Jesus did not go to paradise that day. A couple days later when He resurrected, He told Mary, touch me not I have not yet ascended…

[RP]

What an amazing and comforting video, to be reminded that the loved ones I lost (believers) are right now in the presence of Almighty God and enjoying their time there!☺️🙏🏽🙌🏽

[jeremyallen]

My Dad is moments away from passing and I found this video to be so helpful. Thank you Allen 🙏🏼

[ceti]

I recently loss my mom and 3 days ago my brother. Thank you for this video as it is comforting. I will meditate and ask the Holy Spirit for a clearer understanding. Because I’m earnestly seeking wisdom from God, I’m certain He will bless my efforts.

[kimberlywilson]

There is also a verse that says, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

[georgeharvey]

John 5:28-29

“Do not be amazed at this, for a time is coming when all who are in their graves will hear his voice and come out—those who have done what is good will rise to live, and those who have done what is evil will rise to be condemned.