This podcast episode delves into the Christian understanding of heaven and the afterlife, contrasting popular cultural depictions with biblical teachings. Referencing the Nicene Creed, the episode discusses the belief in Jesus Christ’s physical return to judge the living and the dead, emphasizing this as a foundational tenet of Christian orthodoxy. The episode also explores the misconception of a disembodied eternal state and reaffirms the belief in a renewal of creation, aligning with scriptures from Isaiah, Paul’s letters, and Revelation. The influence of Platonic philosophy in shaping incorrect views of the afterlife is also examined.