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What does the Bible teach about the fate of infants at death?

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The Bible teaches that infants dying in their innocence are saved by God's grace.

The fate of infants who die is addressed through the theological understanding that they are covered by God's grace due to their inability to commit actual sin. Scriptures indicate that all are born in a state of inherited sin, yet small children have not sinned in the manner of Adam. As articulated in 2 Samuel 12:23, David expressed confidence that his deceased infant son would be with the Lord, which provides a hopeful assurance of salvation for such children. The belief in the grace of God towards infants dying young embraces the notion that they are chosen and sanctified in Christ, brought into glory without experiencing personal transgression. This view alleviates discomfort regarding the eternal state of these children, reflecting God’s merciful character and the efficacy of Christ’s atoning work.
Scripture References: Psalm 51:5, Romans 5:12, 2 Samuel 12:23

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