Luke 16:22

22The poor man died and was carried by athe angels bto Abraham’s side.
Greek bosom; also verse 23
The rich man also died and was buried,

Luke 23:43

43And he said to him, Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in dparadise.”

2 Corinthians 5:8

8Yes, we are of good courage, and we ewould rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.

Revelation of John 14:13

13And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this: fBlessed are the dead gwho die in the Lord from now on.” “Blessed indeed,” says the Spirit, hthat they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them!”

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