Life after Death
Even though Christ conquered physical death, all people must die, for death is part of the process by which we are transformed from mortality to immortality.
Gillian - My Husband and I Can Be Together Again
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When my husband died I missed him dreadfully. I learned that I can be with my husband again after this life is over.
Jan - Opportunity for All
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It seemed unjust that people would be denied blessings from God because they had not heard of Jesus Christ. I learned that God had provided a plan for all to know of Jesus Christ and receive the blessings of His gospel.
From an earthly perspective, physical death may seem like an end, though it is really a step forward in Heavenly Father’s plan. At the time of physical death, your spirit will leave your body and go to the spirit world, where you will continue to learn and progress. In the spirit world, your memories of this life and the knowledge you have gained on Earth will remain with you.
Death will not change your personality or your desire for good or evil. If you choose to follow Jesus Christ during your life on Earth, you will be at peace in the spirit world. Those who choose not to follow Christ and do not repent will be unhappy.
Heavenly Father knew that many of His children would never have an opportunity to learn about Jesus Christ during their lives and that others would choose not to follow Him. Because He loves His children and is just, God provided a way for those in the spirit world to learn about His plan, have faith in Jesus Christ, and repent. Those who choose to accept and follow Jesus Christ will have peace and rest.
Sometime after your death, your spirit and your body will be reunited—never to be separated again. This reuniting is called resurrection, and it was made possible by the death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. You will remain in the spirit world until you are resurrected.
