1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

[sherilo]

Hello all,

I was hoping that someone could help me to understand the church’s teachings regarding 1Thessalonians 4 13:17. These 5 verses taken alone remind me of what the JWs believe about soul sleep, which I know is incorrect. It looks to me like these verses may be talking about the body and soul joining. However, I would like to hear from someone more knowledgeable than myself (since I am just coming in) with regard to church teachings. Thanks and peace to all.

Sheri

 

[awalt]

Let me take a crack at this –

At the end of the millennial age, Christ returns in judgement of all men. The general resurrection occurs (“God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep”) final judgement takes place for all men and women (“we who are alive, who are left until the coming of the Lord”), and a new Heaven and Earth are established.