Purgatory

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https://www.ibelieve.com/faith/what-is-purgatory-and-is-it-in-the-bible.html

Upon dying, does the human soul really travel to a temporary place to purify itself? Can the soul “cleanse” itself before entering the fullness of Heaven? . . .

Purgatory is integral to the Roman Catholic faith, but what does the Bible say about it? And how can Protestant Christians lovingly engage with Catholics beyond just an intellectual understanding of the doctrine?
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The famous theologian Augustine – considered a founding father of Christianity – advocated praying for the dead. He felt prayer removed the final traces of sin after a human passed away. According to Catholic Online, St. Augustine lead a life of drinking and sexual immorality. Could Augustine’s inner-guilt from his personal experiences with sin lead him to embrace the idea of purgatory? Perhaps so.
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Let us now lovingly engage in a discussion of Purgatory.

Who thinks this is a real place?
Can't God be cruel enough? OK, we'll let you into Heaven, but first we have to purify you. By fire. 🔥