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EPISODE · Jul 6, 2026 · 1H

Episode 151 "Rest" In Peace. Part 2

from The Heart Of God · host barryvoorhies

Welcome to The Heart Of God. Are you confused about what happens the moment a believer dies? In Episode 151, "Rest" in Peace (Part 2), we are diving deep into the ultimate mystery: eternal destinations and where the soul goes after death. What is the difference between the Old Testament rest and the New Testament Paradise? Do we immediately leave this earth to be with Jesus, as 2 Corinthians 5 teaches us, or do we enter a state of soul sleep? In this episode, we unpack the definitive turn of events accomplished by Jesus Christ on the cross. We will analyze the chilling Old Testament account of Saul, the Witch of Endor, and Samuel’s spirit to see if it affirms that ancient saints were merely "resting." Then, we pivot to the New Testament reality of Ephesians 4, exploring what it truly means that Jesus "led captivity captive." If you want to know exactly what changed after the resurrection, and whether born-again New Testament saints go immediately to be with the Lord, this episode is for you. Hit play to uncover the profound theological shift from the grave to the presence of God!

Welcome to The Heart Of God. Are you confused about what happens the moment a believer dies? In Episode 151, "Rest" in Peace (Part 2), we are diving deep into the ultimate mystery: eternal destinations and where the soul goes after death. What is the difference between the Old Testament rest and the New Testament Paradise? Do we immediately leave this earth to be with Jesus, as 2 Corinthians 5 teaches us, or do we enter a state of soul sleep? In this episode, we unpack the definitive turn of events accomplished by Jesus Christ on the cross. We will analyze the chilling Old Testament account of Saul, the Witch of Endor, and Samuel’s spirit to see if it affirms that ancient saints were merely "resting." Then, we pivot to the New Testament reality of Ephesians 4, exploring what it truly means that Jesus "led captivity captive." If you want to know exactly what changed after the resurrection, and whether born-again New Testament saints go immediately to be with the Lord, this episode is for you. Hit play to uncover the profound theological shift from the grave to the presence of God!

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