Can you go to heaven if you die in sin?

THE ANSWER IS YES!!! When Jesus died on the cross, he paid the penalty of sin for all who believe in him. He died for your past, present and future sin. Please note, I'm not saying if you are saved, nothing you do matters and you can sin all you want because you are going to heaven anyway.
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What happens if you die in a state of sin?

Immediately after death the souls of those who die in a state of mortal sin descend into hell, where they suffer the punishments of hell, 'eternal fire'." The Catechism then adds: "The chief punishment of hell is eternal separation from God, in whom alone man can possess the life and happiness for which he was created ...
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Does God forgive unconfessed sin?

But they are serious, because unconfessed sin breaks our fellowship with God, which is why we need to admit our sins and seek His forgiveness. He is willing to forgive us and cleanse us because He loves us and wants us to live in His presence every day.
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Can God forgive you after death?

There are no limits to what God can do (Matthew 19:26.). He is omnipotent. All powerful. God set up a system to forgive us here and now, not afterward, and that's the way it is.
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Does God forgive all sins?

All sins shall be forgiven, except the sin against the Holy Ghost; for Jesus will save all except the sons of perdition. What must a man do to commit the unpardonable sin? He must receive the Holy Ghost, have the heavens opened unto him, and know God, and then sin against him.
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Can a CHRISTIAN live in SIN and still go to HEAVEN?



Is smoking a sin?

First, recognize that smoking is a sin that will keep you out of the Kingdom of God. Paul said, “For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God” (Ephesians 5:5).
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What are the 3 unforgivable sins?

Here's my list of unforgivable sins: ÇMurder, torture and abuse of any human being, but particularly the murder, torture and abuse of children and animals.
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Can we repent after death?

Some have promoted the idea of a second chance after death. But the Bible does not indicate that people get an opportunity to repent or to put faith in Jesus after they die. Hebrews 9:27 says, “People are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment.”
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How does God forgive our sins?

“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). Our sins prevent us from being able to return home to live with God. Jesus Christ provided a way for us to be forgiven. He suffered for our sins so that if we repent, we can become clean again and be free from regret.
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What sins must be confessed?

All mortal sins must be confessed, while confession of venial sins also is recommended but not required. The priest may emphasize repentance and offer counsel, and always proposes a penance which the penitent accepts and then recites an act of contrition. The priest imparts absolution.
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How do I confess my sins to God?

Begin by saying, "Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned.
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Confide your sin in a priest, or a trusted friend, relative, or authority figure, whenever possible.
  1. If you've sinned against someone, you should first go and confess to them. ...
  2. Confessing to another person is not a necessity -- it is only recommended.
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What is consequence of sin?

The scriptures tell us over and over that sin leads to death and destruction because there are consequences with going against the grain regarding how God designed us to live and obey him. Physically – Sin can cause an internal conflict with God and us, leading to health issues and taking a physical toll on your body.
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What are the 4 mortal sins?

They join the long-standing evils of lust, gluttony, avarice, sloth, anger, envy and pride as mortal sins - the gravest kind, which threaten the soul with eternal damnation unless absolved before death through confession or penitence.
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Where does your soul go when you die?

During death, the soul “rises into the throat” (56:83) before leaving the body. These are interesting passages in the light of modern medical knowledge.
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What does the Bible say about being dead in sin?

The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.
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Can lying be forgiven?

Sometimes, a person cannot apologize for a lie. It is possible to forgive without a conversation or apology, but this is often more difficult because you may have to go through this process alone without the other person. It may be advisable to work with a counselor, religious leader, or psychologist to help.
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How do you get to heaven?

You enter heaven by forgiveness and through the righteousness that Jesus gives you. You do not enter into heaven by the Christian life. It's always true that where faith is birthed, works will follow, but salvation is by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.
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How many times can God forgive you?

That's how many times the Bible tells us we should forgive someone. Matthew 18: 21-22 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.
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Does God give second chances?

Through Calvary, God didn't grant a second chance to humans; He provided a holy Substitute—the second Adam—who got it right the first time on our behalf. How reassuring it is to know God leaves nothing to chance, most notably the salvation of His children?
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What will happen after death?

Decomposition begins several minutes after death with a process called autolysis, or self-digestion. Soon after the heart stops beating, cells become deprived of oxygen, and their acidity increases as the toxic by-products of chemical reactions begin to accumulate inside them.
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What Bible says about life after death?

"For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive." "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."
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Did Jesus have a wife?

"Christian tradition has long held that Jesus was not married, even though no reliable historical evidence exists to support that claim," King said in a press release.
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How do you repent?

Principles of Repentance
  1. We Must Recognize Our Sins. To repent, we must admit to ourselves that we have sinned. ...
  2. We Must Feel Sorrow for Our Sins. ...
  3. We Must Forsake Our Sins. ...
  4. We Must Confess Our Sins. ...
  5. We Must Make Restitution. ...
  6. We Must Forgive Others. ...
  7. We Must Keep the Commandments of God.
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Are all sins equal?

All Sin is not the Same

In fact, the Book of Proverbs (6:16-19) identifies seven things that God hates although there is not any punishment proscribed for those. Scripture clearly indicates that God does view sin differently and that He proscribed a different punishment for sin depending upon its severity.
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