Embracing the Ultimate Transition
You’re just one breath away from eternity. This reality can be daunting, but it’s essential to shift your perspective. From God’s viewpoint, death is not something to fear. In fact, He says, “The day you die is better than the day you are born” (Ecclesiastes 7:1).
A Heavenly Celebration
Imagine a maternity ward, where loved ones eagerly await the arrival of a new life. In a similar manner, heaven rejoices when a believer passes from this world to the next. Angels anticipate the moment when you’ll finally be free from your earthly body, and they can’t wait to welcome you home.
Breaking Free from Fear
Many of us dread the thought of death, allowing it to rob us of our joy in life. But Jesus came to set us free from this fear. He wants us to live with hope and anticipation, knowing that our true home is in heaven.
Your Life, Already Written
God has a plan for your life, and every moment is already recorded in His book (Psalm 139:16). Your death may come unexpectedly to those around you, but heaven knows no untimely departure. When you understand that your life is in God’s hands, the fear of death begins to fade.
Leaving the Temporary Behind
Think about air travel. When the plane lands, passengers don’t weep or cling to their seats, begging to stay. They’re ready to exit because they know the plane is just a temporary means of transportation. Similarly, this world is not our permanent home. We’re citizens of heaven, eagerly awaiting Christ’s return (Philippians 3:20).
Giving God Your Death
Why not try this? Imagine your final moments, and offer them to God. Deliberately entrust your departure from this world to Him. With Christ as your friend and heaven as your home, the day of death becomes a celebration, sweeter than the day of birth.
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