We need to ask ourselves if we are ready for eternal life, one that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has been talking about a lot lately. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the basics of eternal life and how we can prepare for it. We will also look at some scriptures from the Bible and the Book of Mormon that talk about this important topic. God loves us so much that He has provided a way for us to return to Him after this life is over. By following His teachings and preparing ourselves now, we can look forward to living with Him in our new home someday!
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What is eternal life?
Eternal life is defined in the Bible as “life everlasting.” We can receive a gift from God through His Son, Jesus Christ. In John 17:13, Jesus says, “And now come I to thee; and these things I speak in the world, that they might have my joy fulfilled in themselves.” Eternal life is often referred to as “everlasting life” or “immortality.” It means more than just living forever; it means having a relationship with God.
How can we prepare for eternal life?
There are many things we can do to prepare for eternal life. First and foremost, we need to repent of our sins and ask for forgiveness. Then, we need to make sure we are living our lives to be pleasing to God. This includes obeying His commandments, studying His Word, and serving others. Additionally, we need to be baptized and receive the Holy Spirit. We are preparing ourselves to meet God and live with Him forever by doing these things.
What does the Bible say about eternal life?
The Bible has a lot to say about eternal life! In John 14:15-17, Jesus says, “If ye love me, keep my commandments…And I will pray for the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter…Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive…” Here, Jesus is telling us that if we want to receive eternal life, we need to keep His commandments. Additionally, He promises to send us the Holy Spirit, who will guide us and help us prepare for eternal life.
What does the Book of Mormon say about eternal life?
The Book of Mormon is another great resource for learning about eternal life. In Alma 34:32-35, Alma says, “And now behold, I say unto you that if ye will repent…and call on his name in faith…Ye shall receive power…that by his knowledge ye might be saved from destruction.” Here, Alma is teaching us that through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, we can be saved from our sins and receive eternal life.
It is important to “stir up the water as we prepare for eternal life.” This means that we need to keep our relationship with God strong. We can do this by studying His word, praying, and serving others. Additionally, we should never take our eternity for granted! By living our lives in a pleasing way to God, we can ensure that we will be prepared to meet Him and live with Him forever.
Eternal life is a wonderful gift that God has given to us. By preparing ourselves now, we can look forward to living with Him forever! What are you doing to prepare for eternal life? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
