DECEMBER 4, Hebrews 2:14-16

The thought of dying frightens some. It frightens people because they imagine what it feels like to die, and what happens after death. Some people have sleepless nights because of this. Nobody likes to think of death. Look at verse 16. The Bible describes man’s fear of death as a lifetime of bondage! It can take a hold of us and affect the way we live.

Some live their lives according to superstitious practices to avoid ‘bad luck’. Others spend a lot of money on health supplements and anti-aging treatments because they believe these will help them to live longer. There are even scientists working hard to find the secret to living forever! Maybe at your young age, the reality of death has not struck you yet. But the truth is, we will all die one day. Rich or poor, young or old, all will have to die.

What is the solution to man’s greatest enemy – death? Man has no solution but God has. He sent Jesus to earth so that He could die as a man. His was no ordinary death because there was power in His death. Jesus died and had victory over death when He rose on the third day. Death could not keep Jesus in the grave! Even the devil could not keep Jesus in the grave! Jesus destroyed them all for He is both God and man. Victory over death is a done deal!

This wonderful solution is all the work of a most loving and merciful God. Man only needs to have faith to believe what God has done for him! The start to everlasting life is to believe that Jesus died for you and has saved you from your sins. When you believe in Him, God promises you an eternity in heaven with Him. This fear of death is replaced by a desire to see Jesus one day! The Bible tells us that once we pass away from this body, we will immediately be present with Him. With the glorious celestial city awaiting us, and an eternity dwelling with Jesus, there is no more fear of death!

Thought: Victory over death is secured because Jesus has obtained victory for me!

Prayer: Father in Heaven, thank You for giving me victory over death through the Lord Jesus Christ. Thank You for this everlasting life that I now have. Draw me nearer to You as I put my trust in Your promises, that I may always give thanks for Your wonderful work of salvation. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.