The Gospel of the Hereafter

audiobook

The Gospel of the Hereafter

by J. Paterson (John Paterson) Smyth

EN·~4 hours·18 chapters

Chapters

18 total
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J. PATERSON-SMYTH, B.D., LL.D., LITT. D., D.C.L,

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PART I - THE NEAR HEREAFTER - I. "I" II. THE THREE STAGES OF EXISTENCE III. WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT THE NEAR HEREAFTER IV. WHAT THE BIBLE AND THE CHURCH SAY ABOUT THE NEAR HEREAFTER V. THE CRISIS OF DEATH VI. "I" "MYSELF" AFTER DEATH VII. RECOGNITION VIII. THE COMMUNION OF SAINTS IX. GROWTH AND PURIFICATION X. PROBATION IN THIS LIFE XI. MINISTRY IN THE UNSEEN LIFE XII. CONCLUSION - PART II - THE FAR HEREAFTER - I. THE JUDGMENT II. HELL III. HEAVEN

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PART I

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CHAPTER II - THE THREE STAGES OF EXISTENCE

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CHAPTER III - WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT THE NEAR HEREAFTER

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CHAPTER IV - WHAT THE BIBLE AND THE CHURCH SAY ABOUT THE NEAR HEREAFTER

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CHAPTER V - THE CRISIS OF DEATH

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CHAPTER VI - "I," "MYSELF" AFTER DEATH

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CHAPTER VII - RECOGNITION

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Description

The book opens with a spirited call to see life as a grand adventure that stretches beyond the grave. Its author argues that modern believers have lost the sense of wonder that early Christians felt when contemplating eternity. By weaving biblical references with vivid natural metaphors, the work invites listeners to rediscover the excitement of the unseen.

Divided into two sections, the first explores the “near hereafter”—the stages of existence, what Scripture says about death, and the personal crisis that follows loss. It examines concepts such as recognition, communion of saints, and the purpose of probation in this life. The second part turns to the “far hereafter,” offering a clear‑eyed discussion of judgment, the nature of heaven, and the reality of hell. Throughout, the author balances scholarly insight with heartfelt exhortation, making complex doctrine feel approachable.

Written in the early twentieth century, the prose retains a lyrical quality that measures well on audio, drawing the listener into a reflective meditation. Those seeking a thoughtful, yet uplifting, perspective on what awaits beyond will find this a rewarding companion.

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Language

en

Duration

~4 hours (233K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2008-06-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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J. Paterson (John Paterson) Smyth

1852–1932

An Irish-born Anglican priest and popular religious writer, he was known for making biblical history and Christian teaching accessible to ordinary readers. His books often aimed to be clear, practical, and welcoming rather than academic for its own sake.

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