Like young Daniel, many people are
confused about what happens when
someone dies. Some people believe
that when people die they go straight
to heaven, while others believe that
there is nothing at all beyond death. Not
knowing what to believe, many people
are afraid of death and don’t have hope.
Death affects everyone, and it’s very
important that we understand what
really happens when a person dies. Clear
answers to questions about death can be
found in the Bible.
When a Friend of Jesus Died
There are several stories in the Bible
about people who died. One such story
is about a man who lived in the town of
Bethany with his two sisters, Mary and
Martha. His name was Lazarus, and he
was a close friend of Jesus.
While visiting another town, Jesus
heard that Lazarus was very sick. Jesus
told His disciples that Lazarus had fallen