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I have a friend who believes that when you die that's the end. How can I convince him he's wrong?
Billy Graham writes, "Pray that God will help you be a true friend to him, and that your life will be a living witness to Christ's love."

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Why do you believe in heaven?
Billy Graham writes, "This life is incomplete and imperfect, and we yearn for another life that won't be this way. This yearning isn't just wishful thinking; it's a deep-seated conviction God put within us."

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What do you think hell will be like?
Billy Graham writes, "Jesus called hell a place of 'outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth' (Matthew 25:30, KJV)."

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My husband died two years ago, and I am comforted that his traits are in our children. Is this what your religion means by life after death?
Billy Graham writes, "For the Christian, death is like a doorway leading from one room to another. The difference is that the second 'room' is far more glorious than the first!"

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I don't want to be left out of heaven. How can I know if I've been good enough?
Billy Graham writes, "My answer may shock you—but the Bible tells us that you and I can never be good enough to go to heaven."

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I suppose you believe hell is something that happens to us after we die, but I think it must be right now.
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible tells us that in eternity all the injustices and evils of this world will be judged."

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Are the streets in heaven really paved with gold? I've heard that all my life but I'm not sure if it's found in the Bible.
Billy Graham writes, "Almost the last chapter in the Bible describes what heaven will be like, and one of the things it tells us is that 'the great street of the city was of pure gold, like transparent glass' (Revelation 21:21)."

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If someone is very old and frail when they die, are they going to look like that in heaven?
Billy Graham writes, "God will give us new bodies in heaven—bodies that will be similar to Christ's body after His resurrection."

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Why do you believe death isn't the end?
Billy Graham writes, "From one end of the Bible to the other, God makes it clear that we weren't made for this life alone. We were created in the image of God—and because of that, we were created for eternity."

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When someone dies, do they go to heaven immediately?
Billy Graham writes, "You should not worry; the Bible clearly teaches that if we know Christ, we are safely in God's hands forever when we die."

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If Jesus was really God (as I understand you Christians believe), how could He die?
Billy Graham writes, "God is eternal and He can never die (i.e., cease to exist). This is why we can trust Him and put our lives into His hands. ... But when Jesus died on the cross, He didn't cease to exist."

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Do you think we have a second chance to give our lives to Jesus and be saved after we die?
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible makes it clear that now is the time to decide for Christ, because we can't expect to have another opportunity later on."

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How good you have to be to get into heaven? Can we know before we die?
Billy Graham writes, "God wants us to know for certain what our eternal destiny is, and He has provided the way for us to have that assurance."

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When we die, do we actually keep on existing, somewhat like we do now, or is the next life like the dreams we have when we're asleep?
Billy Graham writes, "We won't be in a state of dreamlike consciousness, but we will fully exist in body, mind and soul."

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A friend of mine says that Jesus didn't really die on the cross, but He was just drugged. Is it possible he's right?
Billy Graham writes, "No, your friend is not right—and this isn't just because Christians believe otherwise, but because what he's suggesting isn't logical."

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I heard you say on television that if you died that night, you knew you'd go to heaven. How can you be so sure?
Billy Graham writes, "God loves us, and He doesn't want us to spend eternity separated from Him. That's why He has provided a way for us to be made pure and fit for heaven."

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I know heaven is supposed to be a place of supreme happiness, but how can we be happy there if our friends aren't with us?
Billy Graham writes, "Although the Bible doesn't answer all our questions about heaven, you can be sure that you will experience the reality of Christ's peace. You also will realize the justice and perfection of His ways."

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I've heard preachers say that the only thing God can't do is commit a sin. But He can't die either, can He?
Billy Graham writes, "Death came into the world for one reason: because of sin. So in one way you are right: God can't die or go out of existence, because He can never sin."

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The doctor has me on a painkiller that I take in strong doses for chronic back pain. I'm scared that I'll get addicted. Should I be taking this drug so much?
Billy Graham writes, "Have you talked frankly with your doctor about your concern? If not, I urge you to do so as soon as possible - and if he or she doesn't seem to take your concern seriously, seek advice from a doctor who will."

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I have a friend who says only a few believers will go to heaven and the rest will live forever on earth. How can I convince her she's wrong?
Billy Graham writes, "We can't earn our salvation by our good works (as your friend believes); all we can do is receive it by turning to Christ and putting our faith and trust in Him."