10 Mistakes People Make About Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife

by Mike Fabarez

Overview

What's the Truth About Eternity?

The afterlife seems like the great unknown. Human imagination and Hollywood have come up with many speculations about what lies beyond. How can we set aside the misconceptions and find the truth?

What are the straightforward, biblical answers everyone needs to know about heaven, hell, and the afterlife? Mike Fabarez examines 10 faulty beliefs that are surprisingly widespread—and look to God's Word alone for the facts. You will find the truth about common misperceptions like

• When I die, I'll go to sleep until the resurrection
• On my way to heaven I'll have to put in some time in purgatory
• Heaven will be boring with very little to do

You don't need to guess about the future—God's Word is ready to inform your mind and settle your heart. Let this book guide you toward a deeper joy, faith, and understanding of eternity.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780736973021
Publisher:	Harvest House Publishers
Publication date:	08/07/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	208
File size:	488 KB

About the Author

Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in South Orange County, California, and has been in pastoral ministry for more than 25 years. Pastor Mike is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse, challenging listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives.

Pastor Mike is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Talbot School of Theology (M.A.) and Westminster Theological Seminary in California (D.Min.). He frequently speaks at conferences. Mike has authored several books, including Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, Preaching That Changes Lives, Getting It Right, Praying for Sunday, Why the Bible, and his newest book, 10 Mistakes People Make about Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife.

Pastor Mike’s bold, straightforward preaching was brought to Christian radio in 1998. Focal Point radio ministry is aired daily on more than 750 radio stations. On the Friday broadcast, listeners can hear their questions answered on the Ask Pastor Mike segment. Both engaging and gripping, every Focal Point broadcast consistently points listeners to Jesus Christ. Focal Point also offers a wide array of books, articles, study guides, and other biblical resources on their website at focalpointministries.org.

Mike Fabarez is the founding pastor of Compass Bible Church in South Orange County, California, and has been in pastoral ministry for more than 25 years. Pastor Mike is committed to clearly communicating God’s word verse-by-verse, challenging listeners to apply what they have learned to their daily lives.

Pastor Mike is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Talbot School of Theology (M.A.) and Westminster Theological Seminary in California (D.Min.). He frequently speaks at conferences. Mike has authored several books, including Raising Men Not Boys, Lifelines for Tough Times, Preaching That Changes Lives, Getting It Right, Praying for Sunday, Why the Bible, and his newest book, 10 Mistakes People Make about Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife.

Pastor Mike’s bold, straightforward preaching was brought to Christian radio in 1998. Focal Point radio ministry is aired daily on more than 750 radio stations. On the Friday broadcast, listeners can hear their questions answered on the Ask Pastor Mike segment. Both engaging and gripping, every Focal Point broadcast consistently points listeners to Jesus Christ. Focal Point also offers a wide array of books, articles, study guides, and other biblical resources on their website at focalpointministries.org.

Table of Contents

What Lies Beyond the Grave? 5

1 All Roads Lead to Heaven 15

2 When I Die I'll Go to Sleep Until the Resurrection 31

3 On My Way to Heaven Have to Put in Some Time in Purgatory 49

4 Heaven Is Filled with See-Through Bodies and Cotton-Ball Clouds 65

5 Heaven Is Filled with Tract Homes and Government-Issued Uniforms 81

6 I'm Afraid I Might Sin My Way Out of Heaven 99

7 There Is No Hell 117

8 Hell's Going to Be One Big Party with My Friends 133

9 Hell Is the Exact Same Terrible Experience for Everyone 149

10 It Doesn't Matter What Happens to My Body After I Die 167

Appendix: Becoming a Christian 185

Notes 193

Editorial Reviews

The afterlife is in my top five areas of interest. That’s why I love reading thoughtful, Bible-oriented books on heaven and the afterlife. Mike Fabarez’s book 10 Mistakes People Make About Heaven, Hell, and the Afterlife is both biblical and highly engaging to read. I loved reading it. You will too. I guarantee—you’ll learn a lot.”
—Dr. Ron Rhodes, Author of The Wonder of Heaven and What Happens After Life

“Everyone has questions about the afterlife. Mike Fabarez knows that only the Bible has the answers. He masterfully mines Scripture, providing clear, compelling correction and comfort concerning what lies beyond the grave.”
—Dr. Mark Hitchcock, Senior Pastor, Faith Bible Church, Associate Professor of Bible Exposition, Dallas Theological Seminary

“Make no mistake! Mike Fabarez sets the record straight on heaven, hell, and the afterlife. This is a great book. Don’t miss it! His study is biblical, practical, informative, and challenging. Heaven is available and hell is avoidable. This book will help you know the difference.”
—Dr. Ed Hindson, Founding Dean / Distinguished Professor of Religion at Liberty University Rawlings School of Divinity

“Non-Christians tend to be grossly misinformed about what the Bible teaches about hell, heaven, and what comes after death. Shamefully, many Christians are almost as confused as their secular neighbors. Mike Fabarez removes the confusion in this important new book. He writes with tremendous biblical clarity, theological courage, and confidence in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Along the way, he tackles just about every hard question you are likely to confront. This is one of the most helpful books I have read in a very long time. Read it, and get it into the hands of others.”
—R. Albert Mohler, Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

“This steady guide through the thicket of questions about heaven, hell, and the afterlife is clearly written, biblically grounded, and pastorally helpful.”
—Christopher W. Morgan, Dean and Professor of Theology, California Baptist University, Riverside, author or editor of 18 books, including the Systematic Theology Study Bible

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