Is there BIblical proof that suicides go to hell?

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umzza

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Looking for verses and passages.
 

maxwel

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A better question would be...

why do you want to know?
 
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Ecclesiastes 7:15-18

[SUP]15 [/SUP]All things have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just man that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked man that prolongeth his life in his wickedness.
[SUP]16 [/SUP]Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself ?
[SUP]17 [/SUP]Be not over much wicked, neither be thou foolish: why shouldest thou die before thy time?
[SUP]18 [/SUP]It is good that thou shouldest take hold of this; yea, also from this withdraw not thine hand: for he that feareth God shall come forth of them all.
 

OneFaith

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Looking for verses and passages.
Every scripture that says do not be deceived, murderers shall not enter the kingdom of heaven. No one created them-self, so no one has a right to take a human life (even their own) without God's permission- which is granted to police, judges, and armies in the line of duty. Other than that, it is just like on earth- you can only be innocent by reason of insanity. HOWEVER, you are dealing with a Judge Who knows all, Who needs no evidence, and knows the every thought and intention of the heart.

We have biblical examples- such as Moses and Elijah, who were so depressed or overwhelmed that they told God they did not want to live this life anymore. They left the decision up to God- they did not take it into their own hands and decide for themselves. They did not play 'God' with their own lives.
 

JaumeJ

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Though I have already posted here I wish to add

Murder is forgiveable, and suicide is not mentioned as a sin. I know suicide "victims" and it is easy for me to confess I want nothing less than complete mercy for these children.

Now if my heart is so tender as regards these foks, it is certain God's love and forgivenes and mercy far exceeds. This is just one of the reasons I have learned to love God in return for the love He alsays had for you and for me.

Praise Jesus, amen.
 
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Would we go to hell if we died with a sickness? Suicide is a form of a sickness in our minds and we would not any more go to hell for suicide as you would if cancer killed you. It's foolishness and extreme error to be preaching such nonsense which brings heart ache and depression to the body of Christ.

We are not even factoring in the finished work of Christ, the blood of Jesus that cleanses the believer from all sin, the love, mercy and grace of God towards us.

The renewing of the mind is so important. The wrong teachings about God can cause much harm to people.

I have heard a few psychiatrists say that some of the most messed up people in mental health issues are Christians that have had their minds filled with losing their salvation, thinking they have blasphemed the Holy Spirit, believing their loved ones are in hell because they committed suicide..etc.
 

MadebyHim

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in the past 2 weeks, 2 people that i know, did them selves in. A man overdosed on heroin, and a girl walked in front of a train. Its sad for the families and friends of these people, they never seen it coming. i don't have an answer for the question, just like i don't know the hurt these two felt. But Father knows best, and whats best. Myself i don't like these kind of threads, we don't know what people are thinking, and the wrong answer could push one over the edge. So i'll just leave at at that, as i don't want someones blood on my hands for giving the wrong answer.
 

Adstar

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There are no verses that proclaim suicide as the Unforgivable sin..

Self murder is a sin.. But like all other sins it is forgivable through the atonement of the LORD Jesus Christ..
 

notmyown

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Looking for verses and passages.
i know you're struggling, and i sorrow with you.
you may not be able to think about it atm, but suicide is not only a tragedy for the person committing it.
it's tragic for all who survive their family member or friend.

so i don't want to make it easier for you. many of us have been through what you're going through.
please, please talk to someone? face to face would be best, but we're here for you.

 
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missy2014

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Please respond to my PMS
 

Radius

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I know you're feeling depressed OP, but suicide is NOT the answer. People who commit suicide MUST think about the ones they leave behind and how sad they would be. And no matter what you're going through now, a few years from now it will be just a memory as you move on to a happier phase of life.
 
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Romans 15:13 (NASB)

[SUP]13 [/SUP] Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

 

blue_ladybug

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I don't see anywhere where the OP has said that she is either suicidal or depressed.. :confused:

But to answer the question, suicide is murder. And it breaks one of the 10 commandments, which is "thou shall not kill". That includes yourself as well as others.
 
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missy2014

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I'm staying up late if you wanna talk but God is there
 
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No, regardless of those who lump it in under the murder category.....

Did Samson commit suicide after asking God for his strength back so as to commit suicide and avenge himself with the Philistine Lords.....??

Would God grant him his strength to kill himself if it led to hell?
 

hornetguy

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To the OP's question.... No, I have seen no proof of it in scripture.

There are no specific passages that I know of that cover this topic.

There ARE a LOT of scriptures that explain the love that God has for all of His children, and the forgiveness that is there for all believers. The example Jesus gave of the prodigal son.. the fact that the apostle Paul had been responsible for the death of many Christians before his salvation... King David had one of his best soldiers killed so that he could take his wife. Moses murdered an Egyptian...

So, murder is not an unforgivable sin, if we are covered by the blood of Jesus

And, I would not categorize suicide as "murder" anyway... it is the result of a mental/emotional imbalance, or sickness, because all experts say that the strongest "natural" instinct we have is the instinct of survival. To bypass or overlook that instinct would take a mental illness of some sort.

If doing this is on your mind, I pray fervently that you will find someone to counsel with you, prayerfully, and help you work through whatever issues you face.

If you are wondering about a loved one, then I think you need to remember the unbelievable level of love that God has for us, and the unlimited forgiveness He offers us through Jesus...and rest in the knowledge that your loved one is going to stand before a loving father, who wants nothing but the best for his children...
 

blue_ladybug

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I have to disagree that suicide isn't murder. So, if I go murder Joe Schmoe and stab him to death, it's murder? But if I shoot myself in the head, it isn't? Sorry, Hornetguy but that doesn't make sense to me. Murder is murder, whether you kill yourself or the guy next door..


To the OP's question.... No, I have seen no proof of it in scripture.

There are no specific passages that I know of that cover this topic.

There ARE a LOT of scriptures that explain the love that God has for all of His children, and the forgiveness that is there for all believers. The example Jesus gave of the prodigal son.. the fact that the apostle Paul had been responsible for the death of many Christians before his salvation... King David had one of his best soldiers killed so that he could take his wife. Moses murdered an Egyptian...

So, murder is not an unforgivable sin, if we are covered by the blood of Jesus

And, I would not categorize suicide as "murder" anyway... it is the result of a mental/emotional imbalance, or sickness, because all experts say that the strongest "natural" instinct we have is the instinct of survival. To bypass or overlook that instinct would take a mental illness of some sort.

If doing this is on your mind, I pray fervently that you will find someone to counsel with you, prayerfully, and help you work through whatever issues you face.

If you are wondering about a loved one, then I think you need to remember the unbelievable level of love that God has for us, and the unlimited forgiveness He offers us through Jesus...and rest in the knowledge that your loved one is going to stand before a loving father, who wants nothing but the best for his children...
 
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JustWhoIAm

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A better question would be...

why do you want to know?
Good point.

If anyone here is struggling with depression or trauma to the point of serious suicidal ideation I would hope that God would make his love abundantly clear and intimately uplifting to them.
 

notmyown

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I don't see anywhere where the OP has said that she is either suicidal or depressed.. :confused:

But to answer the question, suicide is murder. And it breaks one of the 10 commandments, which is "thou shall not kill". That includes yourself as well as others.
in prayer requests, bluebug. she's having a difficult time.

sorry for talking about you as if you're not here, umzza.
please reach out for help. my PM is also open to you.