2006-07-24 02:44:07 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Most people simply want to never die.
That brings about the mythology of most religions.
Heaven and Hell rose when those "immortals" realized there were other immortals they didnt want to spend eternity with.
Dying is a frightening prospect - thats how the worry began.
Unless you can offer some comfort against it - its likely to continue.
2006-07-24 03:50:47 · answer #1 · answered by Alexander Shannon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My philosophy is that, if there is an afterlife, where we will be in it is determined by where we are in this life. In that sense, we create our own heaven or hell. This has a lot to do with how we respond to life and all its challenges, not as much to do with our actual circumstances. Life is not "fair" because some are born with incredible advantages or talents while others are born into horrific circumstances or with incredible handicaps. In the end, what we make of ourselves under our own particular circumstances determines who we are. Death strips us of everything, except perhaps the core person we have become. I think we need to live this life as fully as we can, in the best way we can and striving to leave the world at least a little better for the time we have spent in it. If we can do this, we need not fear what awaits us beyond this life. We need to live up to the potential God has given us and help others to do the same. I believe in God and an afterlife, but right now, this world and this life is where I have been placed and I think God wants me to do the best I can with what I have been given. When I think that way, I feel embraced by God.
2006-07-24 03:01:43 · answer #2 · answered by just♪wondering 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't a waste of time and you can know and not have to worry. Eternity is forever. I've always wondered what those that didn't believe there is a heaven and hell thought when they died and found out they were wrong. Again, eternity NEVER ends.
2006-07-24 03:12:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thanks For Your Question :)
well its an enjoyment of course but you must know that it is also a test this world is not eternal it is just a test from god to see weather you follow what he told you or not if you did you are in heaven if you didn't you will be to hell so you don't need to worry if you are following what he told you to do
2006-07-24 02:49:55 · answer #4 · answered by abouterachess 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Worrying about anything is a waste of time. Life on earth is temporary...our souls, however, are eternal. If you are not sure on this subject, I would challenge you to say, "God, if you are real, and Heaven and Hell are real, show me!" He will. You have nothing to lose if they are not real and everything to gain if they are. Think about it. Do you really want to risk the possibility of eternal weeping and gnashing of teeth? He is real, and He can't wait to hear from you.
2006-07-24 02:54:45 · answer #5 · answered by Sandi G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are in basic terms some who're going to heaven to rule over ones who're left on earth. Revelation 14:a million-4 says it somewhat is a hundred and forty four,000. there will be ones who by no skill die, and that are introduced lower back to life that stay on earth constantly(john 5:28,29)(Psalms 37:9,10,29) those in heaven will rule with Jesus over those on earth. those rulers alongside with Jesus make up God's Kingdom. sure, it somewhat is an actual government, only like all u . s . has a central authority,.
2016-12-10 13:20:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because our life here on Earth is temporary whereas Heaven and Hell are eternal.
2006-07-24 02:48:33 · answer #7 · answered by Coco 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because your time on Earth is fleeting-- you have no idea when it will be over. Your soul is eternal, and it will spend eternity in one of two places. That would definitely concern me if I didn't already have it settled. Heaven and hell are real, whether you believe in them or not.
2006-07-24 02:48:24 · answer #8 · answered by ©2007 answers by missy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i agree totally! respect others, self, and earth. Treat your friends, family, and strangers with care! What happens in the end, happens. No one knows for sure! If we could all make heaven on earth, it would be a much more peaceful, happy, and safe place to live!
2006-07-24 02:48:24 · answer #9 · answered by Stephanie P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get along with you pal.
Many people just think about heaven and hell and abandon their live in earth, their family, etc.
2006-07-24 02:48:33 · answer #10 · answered by RS 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋