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Do you think God gives some people a glimpse of heaven before they go there?
Billy Graham writes, "Although such events are rare, I am convinced that God occasionally does give a glimpse of heaven to some of His people."

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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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I know I shouldn't fear death now that I'm a Christian, but I do. Am I always going to be like this?
Billy Graham writes, "The key now is to replace those messages from the past with a new message—the message that Christ has conquered death and Hell and Satan."

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My husband unexpectedly died in his sleep six months ago, and I don't think I'll ever get over it. Can you help me?
Billy Graham writes, "You will always remember your husband, and your grief over his death won't go away quickly. But in time, your pain will lessen—and God wants to help you in this process."

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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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If God is in control, why did He make people like Hitler or Stalin, who caused the deaths of millions? Doesn't that make God responsible for those deaths?
Billy Graham writes, "God is not responsible for what evil men do; they alone are responsible, and they are accountable to God for their evil actions. You see, when God first created the human race, He made them completely free."

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Where does our soul go when we die if we are believers?
Billy Graham writes, "My own study of the Bible has convinced me that our souls or spirits go immediately into the presence of God when we die."

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I know as a Christian I shouldn't fear death, but I do. I just can't get these fears out of my mind. What is wrong with me?
Billy Graham writes, "There may be some hidden reasons for your fears (such as a childhood experience with illness or death that frightened you). But no matter what the reason is, let me assure you that God loves you, and He wants to take away your fears."

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I believe religion is a good thing and can help us live a better life right now, but I don't believe in life after death.
Billy Graham writes, "Yes, faith in God can help us live a better life right now, because a person who seeks to follow His rules for living is going to have a better life than someone who ignores Him."

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How could Jesus have been God (as you Christians claim) and yet still have died? How could God die?
Billy Graham writes, "When Jesus' body died on the cross, He didn't cease to exist—any more than we do when our bodies die. His soul or spirit kept on living—just as ours will when we die."

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My wife died a year ago, and at first everyone was very concerned and helpful. But now it's as if they don't know I exist. Why is this?
Billy Graham writes, "I'm sorry people have drawn back; one reason I wanted to reprint your letter is because I hope it will make us more sensitive to those who grieve. The Bible says, 'Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn' (Romans 12:15)."

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Why do people like you say that we need to have Jesus' help in order to deal with our problems?
Billy Graham writes, "Did it ever occur to you that God may have been helping you deal with your problems—even if you weren't aware of it? After all, He gave you your abilities, and He also can give us wisdom on occasion to deal with our problems."

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Do you believe in reincarnation? Don't you think this might be possible?
Billy Graham writes, "The Bible makes it very clear that we only pass through this life once, and we do not return time after time."

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Is it normal to think about death a lot? I worry about dying, but when I told a friend he laughed and said I ought to live for the moment. Is he right?
Billy Graham writes, "No, your friend is not right. Death is the greatest certainty any of us will ever face, and it doesn't make sense to refuse to think about it."

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My wife died two years ago, and the hardest part has been the loneliness. Am I doomed to be lonely the rest of my life?
Billy Graham writes, "God knows your situation, and the most important thing I can tell you is to seek His will for your future. He loves you, and He alone knows what is best for you."

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I am a college student and a classmate of mine was recently killed in an auto accident. It's gotten me thinking about life and death. Why do you believe in life after death?
Billy Graham writes, "One reason I believe in life after death is because down inside, we all sense that this life is incomplete, and there must be something more."

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I feel so guilty because a friend of mine died from a drug overdose a few weeks ago.
Billy Graham writes, "Perhaps you could have done more for your friend—but he also was responsible for taking the path he did."

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Our baby died when she was only a month old. Why did God let this happen?
Billy Graham writes, "Almost nothing in life is harder for any parent to bear than the death of a child."

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I know Christians don't believe in the idea of reincarnation, but why not?
Billy Graham writes, "Christians reject reincarnation because they believe in the Incarnation."

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I'm facing cancer and I know my time on earth could be limited. What do I have to do to go to heaven?
Billy Graham writes, "The most important question anyone can ever ask is the one you are asking right now: How can I know for sure that God has forgiven me and I'll go to go to heaven when I die?"