What does the Bible say about when we die?

Upon death, Christians can find comfort in the assurance that they are immediately present with the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5:8 states, 'We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.' This passage emphasizes the immediate transition into glory for believers. Conversely, Scripture warns that unbelievers face a second death as outlined in Revelation, where they will be judged and cast into eternal punishment. This stark contrast highlights the significance of faith in Christ, affecting both the manner and eternal outcome of one’s death.