Bible Question: I have a Niece who was 6 weeks old, she passed away from SIDS, she was never baptized. There are a few members of my family who believe since she was never baptized she has gone to hell. I believe is she is with GOD. My question is, where in the bible can a read to ease this pain I feel when I am told you have to be baptized to go to heaven? |
Bible Answer: Rest assure that your child is in heaven! Matthew 19:14 says, But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdome of heaven." Children who die before the age of accountability go to the presence of God, in other words Heaven; and cosidered safe in Jesus. This is based on the nature of God, who would not condemn anyone who lacked the ability to respond. Sometimes God will allow tragic events like the death of a child to enter our lives, so that we can uderstand and appreciate His comfort and be prepared to comfort others in their time of need. Read 2 Samuel 12:17-23 I think that will help too. |