What is the soul's destination after death?

[missdiane]

I have heard that when you die your soul sleeps in Christ and I have also heard when you die your soul goes directly to heaven or hell. Which of these is it? Sleep in Christ or Heaven/Hell?
Thank you.

 

[Devon_Caffran]

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