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NASB | Philippians 1:23 But I am hard-pressed from both directions, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better; |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Philippians 1:23 But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better; |
Bible Question:
The bible says the dead in christ shall rise first when the rapture takes place. My question is what happens to the christian that die now. I thought we went stright to heaven, and what about being judged? Do we get judge when we die or after the rapture? |
Bible Answer: Dear Muffy...Welcome to the Forum :-)... Notice what Paul writes here..."If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body."(NIV) Sounds to me that upon the death of Christians they will "be with Christ" as to the judgement...well we already are found guilty and deserve to be seperated from God for eternity. That is what you also thought so we agree. But there are, apparently, various "levels" of heaven. In Matt 11:11 Jesus says.."I tell you the truth: Among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet he who is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he." So eventhough our sins have been paid for, we will still have a judgement. When may be a matter of speculation and interpretation found, I believe in Revelation. Others here at the Forum will give additional understanding. Or you can search "rapture" or "judgement" here at this site. God Bless....Jensen |