Journeying Through Heaven and Hell: Insights from Jesus in the New Testament

The Last Judgement 1467-1471 by Hans Memling

Exploring the themes of heaven and hell is a profound journey that delves into the core of spiritual belief and understanding. In the New Testament of the Bible, Jesus Christ speaks extensively about these realms, offering insights into their nature and significance. From the blissful promises of heaven to the warnings of hell's consequences, these passages shed light on the afterlife and its implications for humanity.

Here, we compile all the Bible verses from the New Testament (King James Version) where Jesus addresses either heaven or hell. These verses provide a glimpse into the teachings of Jesus regarding the ultimate destinations of souls and the paths that lead to them. As we delve into these sacred texts, may we gain a deeper understanding of the divine truths they impart.

Heaven

1. Matthew 5:12 – "Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you."
2. Matthew 5:20 – "For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ye shall in no case enter into the kingdom of heaven."
3. Matthew 5:46 – "For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?"
4. Matthew 6:9 – "After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name."
5. Matthew 6:20 – "But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal."
6. Matthew 6:26 – "Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?"
7. Matthew 6:32 – "For after all these things do the Gentiles seek: for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things."
8. Matthew 7:11 – "If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?"
9. Matthew 8:11 – "And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven."
10. Matthew 10:32-33 – "Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven. But whosoever shall deny me before men, him will I also deny before my Father which is in heaven."

Hell

1. Matthew 5:22 – "But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire."
2. Matthew 5:29 – "And if thy right eye offend thee, pluck it out, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell."
3. Matthew 5:30 – "And if thy right hand offend thee, cut it off, and cast it from thee: for it is profitable for thee that one of thy members should perish, and not that thy whole body should be cast into hell."
4. Matthew 10:28 – "And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell."

As we reflect on the words of Jesus concerning heaven and hell, let us bow our heads in prayer.

Heavenly Father, we thank you for the guidance and wisdom found in your Word. Help us to understand the significance of the teachings of Jesus regarding the afterlife. Grant us the strength to live righteous lives that lead us closer to the promise of heaven and away from the perils of hell. May we find solace in the assurance of your love and mercy, knowing that you desire all to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth. Bless us with discernment and conviction as we navigate our spiritual journey. In your holy name, we pray, Amen.