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RESCUE RADIO with Marjorie Cole

"Heaven Is Real" RESCUE RADIO with Marjorie Cole

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A rich man in torment begs Abraham for a drop of water while Lazarus rests in paradise.
The episode begins with a prayer invoking spiritual authority and binding dark powers. Marjorie Cole introduces the topic of heaven, noting common misconceptions and mysteries. She references John 5:14, where Jesus comforts his disciples about many dwelling places in his Father's house, linking it to ancient Galilean wedding customs. The discussion shifts to Luke 16, detailing the story of a rich man and Lazarus to illustrate the afterlife, with Lazarus carried to Abraham's bosom and the rich man tormented in Hades. Cole explains Hades as a temporary abode for the wicked, distinct from the eternal lake of fire. She then explores 1 Peter 3:18-19, where Jesus preaches to spirits in prison after his death, offering salvation to those who died before the cross. The episode examines 2 Corinthians 5 on earthly versus glorified bodies, using Jesus' post-resurrection abilities as an example. Cole discusses rewards in heaven based on earthly deeds and emphasizes repentance. She recounts Betty Mauls' near-death experience, highlighting that only people can be taken to heaven. The episode covers Revelation 19 on the marriage supper of the Lamb and Revelation 21 on the new heaven and earth, where God wipes away tears and eliminates pain. Cole concludes with a prayer for revelation and invites listeners to resources like LifeRecovery.com and weekly SWAT sessions.

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A scripture-led reflection on whether the cross reaches the dead, and how mercy stands with justice.

The episode frames the fate of the dead as a question of mercy held together with justice. It opens in prayer, thanking God for victory, authority through Jesus, and the work of advancing the kingdom, then turns to the claim that Jesus descended into Hades after the cross and…

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Press play for one serious question: can the gospel reach the dead, and what would God's justice require?

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