Do not be afraid; I am the first and the last. I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades. – Revelation 1:17-18
Bible Verses About Ghosts Not Being Real
God’s Control Over Life and Death
In our faith walk, we understand that God has complete control over life and death. The Bible assures us that He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things, which means that no spirit or ghost exists outside His authority. We need to remember that God does not leave us in fear of the unknown, and we can trust His promises about the afterlife as we read in His Word.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Brothers and sisters, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Matthew 10:28
Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. – Matthew 10:28
Hebrews 9:27
Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment. – Hebrews 9:27
Romans 14:8
If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. – Romans 14:8
John 11:25-26
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” – John 11:25-26
The Assurance of God’s Presence
When we feel afraid or uncertain about spirits or ghosts, we can find comfort in God’s presence. The Bible reminds us repeatedly that He is always with us, guiding us and protecting us from harm. This assurance helps us reject any belief in ghosts, for we know that our God reigns supreme over all. No specter can change that truth.
Isaiah 41:10
So, do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10
Psalms 23:4
Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort