Will Life Be Different When You Die? - Swedenborg & Life

What is life in the afterlife like? Is it very different from our life in this world? We take a look at what's similar and what's different with regard to religion, jobs, relationships, and more!
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Curtis Childs is the director of OffTheLeftEye at the Swedenborg Foundation. While obtaining his degree in communication studies from Oakland University, Curtis experienced an internal battle with depression that led him to question God and his lifelong interest in Swedenborgian theology. After a period of intense suffering, he recovered from his depression with the help of modern medicine, therapy, and a return to the spiritually uplifting messages he found in Swedenborg’s writings. Now, Curtis is applying his education and desire to help others find peace through Swedenborg’s insights by producing and hosting this weekly webcast.

Rev. Dr. Jonathan S. Rose is the series editor of the New Century Edition, an ongoing project that incorporates the latest scholarship to produce a modern, accessible translation of Emanuel Swedenborg’s theological works. Holder of a B.A. and a M.Div. in religion and a M.A. and a Ph.D. in Latin, he has worked for years in the study of Neo-Latin and in Swedenborgian research. He was both chaplain and a tenured professor of religion and sacred languages at Bryn Athyn College before taking on his current position with the Swedenborg Foundation.

Karin Childs is a scriptwriter and online moderator for offTheLeftEye. Her spiritual growth is largely informed by a lifelong Swedenborgian education. While raising five children with her husband, Jon, she applied her love of the Bible and Swedenborg's writings to volunteer work, creating Sunday school programs and church pageants. It was Swedenborg's works that Karin turned to for solace after the devastating death of their oldest daughter. For 17 years, she and Jon ran a small Swedenborgian publishing company to help others dealing with loss and grief, and wrote three novels herself. Now, Karin puts her compassion into action through the work of the Swedenborg Foundation.

Chelsea Odhner is a production manager and scriptwriter for offTheLeftEye. A lifelong Swedenborgian, Chelsea's interest in Swedenborg's spiritual work intensified in her early twenties when she realized she wanted to make conscious changes in her life and behaviors. When paired with her study of yoga practice and philosophy, Chelsea found Swedenborg’s worldview connected all the spokes of different faiths and philosophical perspectives that she values. Initially interested in pursuing a career in integrative medicine, her passion for poetry, writing, and music led her to focus on serving the spiritual side of health and well-being.

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[ellier]

The week before my mum died (as expected due to terminal cancer) I prepared her for the afterlife and told her that it would be amazing. When she died at 3:00 am and her heart stopped in front of me, I celebrated her and told her to have a great time but to keep in touch. This while my entire Catholic and Shia Muslim families were begging for God to “have mercy” on her and thinking I’m mad. Same day she died she talked to my child not once but twice and touched him...I could go on for days... World wake up...we are not dying! The only issue is communicating with them but not impossible! It is awful not to be able to feel their physical presence anymore but I take comfort in knowing mum is in a lot better place now and one day she will come to pick me up!

[PsycheDismantled]

I love to hear what heaven is like. I watch these videos every night and they bring me comfort.

[andreabeach]

I really hope that all this is TRUE ..life on this Earth is draining and stressful and totally difficult the Afterlife is just the opposite to here...Earth.. somewhere to look forward to going..

[RosemaryN]

I am watching this for the 3rd or 4th time- it brings me comfort as I come to terms with my son and husband crossing over in the past year. Thank you OTLE.

[damian-]

I was raised Catholic but I had a profound spiritual experience when I was 20. I felt I was told truth`s about the spiritual issues and it had little to do with establised religons as such. Since I found these videos and Curtis I find that they are spot on with the truth . We have our spiritual life and the prospect of heaven to look forward too.

[ediesneath]

Your explanations and categorizations are of real benefit to people who are looking for truth in this day and age. I had tears in my eyes while listening to your details, expanding more of the knowledge that I've already gathered. So thankful that your audience is growing and you have a platform for reaching many more souls in these troublesome times! ❤️

[LoveTruth]

This is such an awesome channel ! Ever since I discovered it about a week or 2 ago, I've been binge-watching all the videos ! This particular video was extra encouraging, tho', because I've suffered with chronic, pervasive loneliness for my entire life. Having real hope is crucial to (or for?) combatting despair. Thanks so much, Curtis & Team !! 🙏🏽❤

[priyankatalukdar]

I am feeling a sense of safety and comfort after watching this episode.Thankyou so much, I was really scared after losing my husband, who still means the whole world to me.We could not complete our journey here on this earth, atleast we shall be able to live happily after I join him....
I just hope the number of years makes no sense to the spirit world ...and that he waits for me!!

[Richardy]

These teachings are so thought provoking and truly beautiful and I believe what it is really the truth after we die.

[janniroberts]

This was one of my most favorite episodes! Life in the spiritual world sounds so wonderful. I wish that I could visit with my fiance, and he could show me his home and tell me how he spends his days.... I would like to see the clothes he has decided are best for him.... so anxious for that visit.... When you talked about time and how we can do our hobbies for as long as our hearts are in it.... do you think the jobs we have are like that we work for as long as we are feeling it....? I wish it was like that here :) I think the biggest take away for me is that - how we truly feel in our hearts, mind and thoughts are going to determine there is no hiding our true we will be seen as we truly are and we will be accepted. for that and that will be a beautiful place to appreciate all of you at OTLE....

[explosives]

You covered so much ground in this episode, it was JAM PACKED with information. One of the best recent episodes.

[veenapaul]

Thank you OTLE for clearing some of my doubts and explaining the life in the spiritual world. It's so satisfying to listen to you every time. 🙏🌹

[jamesnelson]

I'll be the guy walking around with 4 happy Golden Retrievers that waited for me until it was time to cross the Rainbow Bridge together.

[leonaheraty]

The info about our clothing is so intriguing, Curtis. It sounds like God wants us to have familiar surroundings and clothing that we felt comfortable with on Earth. Our Lord loves us and knows how much we as humans long for things that warm our heart and that we would miss our favorite places and loved ones and our beloved pets when we cross over to the Other Side, so they are all there for us in Heaven. Just knowing this gives me a deep sense of gratitude and relief that going to the Other Side won't to upsetting to us at all.
















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[kens]

After watching a second time, had all those great feelings just like the first time. Thank you and may God bless everyone .

[DaphneMaine]

"Death is an illusion....it's just a change of clothes...and not even read that somewhere.

[shazzwildflower]

Curtis and team, thanks for all that you do. Your videos give me strength and hope that I will be reunited with my mother and other family members.. hopefully sooner than I think, though I realise we have no control over when it will happen. Can’t put into words how much I long for my mother, who is my soulmate. Thank you.

[nadinerogers]

This is a great overview that will be very exciting to people new to Swedenborgian thought! One kind of communication in the spiritual world that wasn't mentioned (you can't mention everything, obviously!) is music. I love the descriptions Swedenborg writes about hearing singing in the other world that conveys some kind of profound thought in a way that is utterly delightful. What a great way to learn about spiritual concepts- not through a dry tome, but through a piece of music that puts that concept right into our hearts and minds. We already see how music can be so moving and meaningful here on earth. I am very excited to experience music in the next life!

[niginazokirova]

Absolutely loved this episode. You always put out exactly whats needed at exactly when its needed. thank you to your entire team❤️

[robincardin]

This has been the most enjoyable video I've watched so far. Thank you very much.