Annihilation

Does "Destroy" in the Bible Mean Annihilation?

The idea that God will either torment people forever (Eternal Conscious Torment, ECT) or erase them from existence (Annihilationism) has dominated Christian thought for centuries. But neither view holds up under scrutiny. When the Bible speaks of “death,” “perish,” or...

Lake of Fire

Is the Lake of Fire Still Active After the New Heaven and Earth?

One of the most misunderstood doctrines in all of Christian theology is the final destiny of the Lake of Fire. Most readers assume it either ceases to exist after the judgment — or worse, that it becomes an eternal torture...

Second Death

What Is the Second Death in the Bible?

Most Christians assume “the second death” refers to either annihilation or an eternal torture chamber. But neither view holds up under the weight of Scripture—or logic. In reality, the second death is part of a divine cycle. It’s not a...