IS THERE ANY HOPE FOR THE DEAD?

WHY THE QUESTION ARISES: We want to live, and we want to enjoy life with those we love. It is only natural that we yearn to see our dead loved ones again.
WHAT THE BIBLE TEACHES: Most people who have died will be resurrected. Jesus promised that “those in the memorial tombs will . . . come out.” (John 5:28, 29) In harmony with God’s original purpose, those resurrected as humans will have the opportunity to live on a paradise earth. (Luke 23:43) This promised future includes perfect health and everlasting life for obedient humans.
The Bible says: “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.”​—Psalm 37:29.See also Job 14:14, 15; Luke 7:11-17; and Acts 24:15.