Purgatory is a belief by Catholics, not to be feared, but embraced! One good reason to believe in Purgatory is the concept of God’s justice and mercy working together. Purgatory provides a way for souls who have died in God's grace but are not yet fully purified to undergo a process of sanctification before entering Heaven. This belief aligns with the biblical notion that "nothing unclean will enter [Heaven]" (Revelation 21:27) and reflects God’s mercy in offering a final opportunity for purification rather than eternal separation. No one on the face of this earth is free from sinning, making mistakes, or bad decisions. Purgatory, then, is something we all need. Christ Himself said: "Let he who is without sin among you cast the first stone at her." (John 8:7) How could we, who most probably have cast many stones, expect to enter Heaven? Simple answer - Purgatory!
Purgatory is a belief by Catholics, not to be feared, but embraced! One good reason to believe in Purgatory is the concept of God’s justice and mercy working together. Purgatory provides a way for souls who have died in God's grace but are not yet fully purified to undergo a process of sanctification before entering Heaven. This belief aligns with the biblical notion that "nothing unclean will enter [Heaven]" (Revelation 21:27) and reflects God’s mercy in offering a final opportunity for purification rather than eternal separation. No one on the face of this earth is free from sinning, making mistakes, or bad decisions. Purgatory, then, is something we all need. Christ Himself said: "Let he who is without sin among you cast the first stone at her." (John 8:7) How could we, who most probably have cast many stones, expect to enter Heaven? Simple answer - Purgatory!
Thank you, Mac Carol! Purgatory is like the front porch of heaven, a place for those who need to, to wipe their feet before entering!