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Do you think people in heaven can see what we're doing on earth?

Do you think people who've already entered heaven can look down and see what we're doing here on earth? Sometimes I think of my spouse in that way (she died four years ago). But, then, wouldn't she be unhappy looking down on all the misery here? I always thought heaven was a place of total happiness.

I know they say God lives in heaven, but where does the devil live?

I know they say God lives in heaven, but where does the devil live? I've also heard people say that God is everywhere, but that doesn't seem to leave much room for the devil, does it?

Sometimes I curse God. Have I committed the unpardonable sin?

Sometimes I get very angry and upset, and I lash out at God and curse Him, although I know that's wrong. Have I committed the unpardonable sin? Is it too late for me to get my life straightened out with God?

I'm 9 years old and I'd like to know what people do in heaven. Will you tell me?

I'm 9 years old and I'd like to know what people do in heaven. My grandmother died last month, and I wonder what she does to fill all her time now that she's in heaven. I hope she's not bored.

God will give me another chance to be saved after I die, won't He?

I respect people who believe in heaven, but as far as I'm concerned, I'll take my chances. After all, if there is life after death, God will give me another chance to be saved after I die, won't He? That's what I've been told, and I hope it's true.

Will Jesus warn people before He returns to earth?

I know the Bible teaches that Jesus will return to earth some day, and when He does He will rule over everything and bring judgment on evildoers. But will He warn people somehow before that day comes, so they can be ready?

When should we avoid criticizing people for doing wrong, and when should we confront them?

When should we avoid criticizing someone when they do something that's wrong, and when should we confront them? A woman I work with is always talking about how she's a Christian, but she also has the foulest mouth of anyone in our office. Should I just ignore this, although I think it's wrong?

What's wrong with getting involved in things that are usually labeled occult practices?

What's wrong with getting involved in things that are usually labeled occult practices? My late aunt was a great believer in things like out-of-body experiences, talking with the dead and so forth, and I admit I also feel a strong pull in that direction. What's wrong with these things if they actually exist?

Do you think God gives some people a glimpse of heaven before they die?

Do you think God gives some people a glimpse of heaven before they die? I've heard of people who supposedly experienced this, and I wonder if it's really true.

Does God forgive the sins we will commit in the future, or just those from our past?

Does God forgive the sins we will commit in the future, or just those from our past? I became a Christian two years ago, and I worry about this.

Our niece is very thin, but thinks she is too fat. How can someone deceive herself so much?

We're very concerned about my niece because she's gotten very thin and eats almost nothing. The reason is, she thinks she's too fat—which isn't at all true. How can someone deceive herself so much?

How can anyone say for sure that his or her name is written down in God's book?

How can anyone say for sure that his or her name is written down in God's book, the one that lists everyone who will be saved? That sounds conceited to me. We won't know if our names are in that book until we actually die and appear before God, will we?