“And the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed.” – 1 Corinthians 15:52
Bible Verses About Speaking To The Dead
The Nature of the Dead
When we speak about the dead, it is important for us to understand what the Bible says about them. The dead are often considered to be resting in a state that is beyond our earthly comprehension. We can find solace knowing that God has a plan for all His creations even after they pass on. As believers, we should approach this topic with sensitivity, reminding ourselves that death is not something to fear. Instead, we should focus on the promise of eternal life that God has given us through Jesus Christ. While the Scriptures warn against soothsaying or speaking to the dead in a way that diverts us from God, they also assure us that God has authority over all life, including what happens after death. The Scriptures provide clarity and comfort as we reflect on these truths.
Ecclesiastes 9:5
“For the living know that they will die, but the dead know nothing; they have no further reward, and even their name is forgotten.” – Ecclesiastes 9:5
Isaiah 26:14
“They are now dead, they live no more; those departed spirits do not rise. You punished them and brought them to ruin; you wiped out all memory of them.” – Isaiah 26:14
Job 14:21
“If their children are honored, they do not know it; if their children are brought low, they do not see it.” – Job 14:21
Psalms 146:4
“When their spirit departs, they return to the ground; on that very day their plans come to nothing.” – Psalms 146:4
Revelation 14:13
“Then I heard a voice from heaven say, ‘Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.’ ‘Yes,’ says the Spirit, ‘they will rest from their labor, for their deeds