We have certainly had our fair share of deaths and funerals in the last few weeks. These have led me to think a lot about what the bible says about the subject of death and what happens after we take our last breath. When I take my last breath, the world around me will continue, but my soul will enter into a realm unseen by mortal eyes, the eternal world prepared by God. Scripture teaches us that life is a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away (James 4:14). Every breath we take is a gift from God, but one day, the final breath will come. Yet for the faithful Christian, death is not a tragedy, it is a transition. It is the moment when faith becomes sight, and hope becomes reality.

When that final breath leaves my body, my spirit will return to the God who gave it (Ecclesiastes 12:7). This truth assures us that death does not end our existence; it merely separates the spirit from the body. The physical frame returns to the dust from which it was made (Genesis 3:19), but the soul continues in conscious existence. Jesus illustrated this vividly in the account of the rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19–31). When both men died, their souls went to different destinations. Lazarus was carried by the angels to Abraham’s bosom, a place of comfort, while the rich man found himself in torment. This shows that the moment we die, our eternal destiny is sealed. There is no second chance, no crossing over, and no purgatory.

For the Christian, death is precious in the sight of the Lord (Psalm 116:15). It is the homecoming of a faithful servant. Paul, nearing the end of his life, wrote with peace and confidence, saying, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness” (2 Timothy 4:7–8). He looked beyond death to the crown that the righteous Judge would give him, and not only to him, but to all who love His appearing. Death, then, is not a defeat for the faithful, it is a victory through Christ.

Jesus Himself removed the sting of death. “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live” (John 11:25). Through His own death and resurrection, He conquered the grave so that we might live eternally. Because of His victory, we can echo Paul’s triumphant words: “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” (1 Corinthians 15:55). Death no longer holds dominion over the faithful child of God, it has become the doorway to everlasting life.

When I take my last breath, I want to be prepared as one who has obeyed the gospel and walked in the light of Christ. The Lord said, “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life” (Revelation 2:10). To die in Christ is the greatest blessing of all, for only those “who die in the Lord” will rest from their labors (Revelation 14:13). Until that moment, we live with purpose, to glorify God, to love others, and to prepare for eternity.

And so, when that final breath comes, I pray it will be a peaceful one, knowing that my Savior waits beyond the veil. I will close my eyes to this world and open them to the presence of my Lord. The faithful will hear the words every Christian longs for: “Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of your Lord” (Matthew 25:21).

When I take my last breath, I will finally go home.

God Bless

The redeeming love of Jesus stands at the very heart of the gospel message and is the greatest expression of God’s grace toward mankind. From the beginning of time, God’s plan was to redeem humanity from the bondage of sin through His Son. In Ephesians 1:7, Paul declares, “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” This redemption was not achieved through silver or gold, but through the precious blood of Christ (1 Peter 1:18–19). Jesus willingly laid down His life for the sins of the world, showing a love that is both sacrificial and unconditional. His love was not based on our worthiness but on His divine compassion and purpose to bring us back into fellowship with God.

The redeeming love of Jesus is seen throughout His ministry. He reached out to the outcasts, healed the brokenhearted, forgave sinners, and offered hope to those who had none. His encounters with individuals such as the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1–11) and Zacchaeus the tax collector (Luke 19:1–10) reveal the depth of His mercy and His desire to restore lives. Jesus came to “seek and to save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10), and through His death and resurrection, He provided a way for all people to be reconciled to God. This love compels us not only to accept His salvation but also to live transformed lives in gratitude and obedience to His will (Titus 2:11–14).

For members of the Lord’s church, the redeeming love of Jesus is both a message to cherish and a mission to share. It reminds us that our salvation was purchased at a great price and that we are called to reflect His love in our daily conduct. As Paul wrote in Galatians 2:20, “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.” When we truly understand the redeeming love of Jesus, it changes everything, our hearts, our priorities, and our purpose. It motivates us to live faithfully, to extend compassion to others, and to look forward with hope to the eternal redemption that awaits those who remain steadfast in Christ. His redeeming love continues to call, to cleanse, and to comfort all who will come to Him in humble obedience.

God Bless

The lives of Moses and Jesus reveal a remarkable pattern in God’s eternal plan of redemption. Moses, the great deliverer and lawgiver of the Old Testament, served as a type or foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, who came as the perfect Deliverer and Mediator of the New Covenant. The parallels between them not only demonstrate the unity of Scripture but also emphasize the supremacy of Christ as the fulfillment of all that Moses began.

Moses was chosen by God to deliver Israel from Egyptian bondage (Exodus 3:10), just as Jesus was sent to deliver all humanity from the bondage of sin and death (Matthew 1:21; Romans 6:23). Pharaoh’s decree to kill the Hebrew male children (Exodus 1:22) mirrors King Herod’s command to destroy the infant boys in Bethlehem (Matthew 2:16). Both Moses and Jesus were preserved by divine providence to fulfill God’s saving purpose. Moses led the Israelites through the Red Sea to freedom; Jesus leads believers through the waters of baptism into newness of life (Romans 6:3–4).

Both men served as mediators between God and His people. Moses stood before God on Mount Sinai, receiving the Law written on tablets of stone (Exodus 19–20). Jesus, on another mount, delivered the Sermon on the Mount, revealing the law of the kingdom written upon men’s hearts (Matthew 5–7). Moses’ covenant was sealed with the blood of animals (Exodus 24:8), but Jesus sealed the New Covenant with His own blood (Matthew 26:28; Hebrews 9:15). Moses interceded for the sins of Israel (Exodus 32:30–32), while Jesus continually intercedes for His people before the Father (Hebrews 7:25).

In prophecy, Moses himself pointed toward Christ: “The Lord your God will raise up for you a Prophet like me from your midst. Him you shall hear” (Deuteronomy 18:15). The apostle Peter confirmed that this prophecy was fulfilled in Jesus (Acts 3:22–23). Both Moses and Jesus were rejected by their own people (Acts 7:35; John 1:11), yet through their suffering, God brought deliverance. As Moses lifted up the bronze serpent in the wilderness to save Israel from death (Numbers 21:9), Jesus was lifted up on the cross to bring salvation to all who believe (John 3:14–15).

While the parallels are many, the contrast is also clear. Moses was a servant in God’s house, but Jesus is the Son over that house (Hebrews 3:5–6). Moses gave the Law that revealed sin; Jesus gave grace and truth that remove sin (John 1:17). Moses led Israel to the borders of the Promised Land; Jesus leads His followers into the eternal Promised Land of heaven (Hebrews 4:8–9).

The connection between Moses and Jesus reminds us that God’s plan for salvation has always pointed to Christ. The Old Covenant looked forward to Him; the New Covenant is built upon Him. As Moses was God’s instrument of deliverance for Israel, Jesus is God’s ultimate Deliverer for all mankind. Therefore, let us hear Him (Matthew 17:5), follow Him faithfully, and rejoice in the perfect redemption found in the Son of God.

God Bless

Abraham stands as one of the most remarkable figures in all of Scripture, often called “the father of the faithful” (Romans 4:11). His life is not merely an ancient story but a powerful example and reminder of faith, obedience, and trust in God that continues to inspire believers today. When God called Abraham to leave his country, family, and father’s house, he obeyed “not knowing where he was going” (Hebrews 11:8). That kind of faith, trusting God’s promises without seeing the outcome, is the same faith that God calls His people to live by in every generation. Abraham’s journey teaches us that faith is active; it moves us to obey even when the path ahead is uncertain.

Abraham’s example for today also lies in his relationship with God’s promises. Through him, God established a covenant that would ultimately be fulfilled in Christ Jesus. Paul wrote, “If you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise” (Galatians 3:29). This means that every Christian today shares in the blessings promised to Abraham, not a physical land or in earthly wealth, but spiritual blessings through faith in Christ. Abraham reminds us that God’s promises never fail and that our faith must rest in His eternal plan rather than in worldly security.

Moreover, Abraham’s life illustrates the importance of trust and surrender. When he was asked to offer Isaac, his beloved son, Abraham’s faith was tested to its deepest level. Yet he believed “that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead” (Hebrews 11:19). In a world filled with doubt and compromise, Abraham’s unwavering trust in God challenges us to put our confidence not in human reasoning, but in divine assurance. His example encourages Christians today to remain steadfast in obedience even when faith is costly.

In every sense, Abraham’s story is a mirror for our own. Like him, we are called to walk by faith and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). His life reminds us that true faith is not a one-time act but a lifelong journey of trusting, obeying, and depending on God. Abraham’s example of faith for us today is timeless; his faith still speaks, urging us to believe God’s promises, obey His commands, and live as people seeking the heavenly city, “whose builder and maker is God” (Hebrews 11:10). God doesn’t call us to be perfect, but He does expect us to be faithful like Abraham.

God Bless

The resurrection of Jesus stands as the cornerstone of the Christian faith and the foundation of our hope. The apostle Paul declared, “But now Christ is risen from the dead, and has become the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep” (1 Corinthians 15:20). Because He lives, we have the assurance that death is not the end. The empty tomb proclaims victory over sin and death, and it reminds every believer that we too will one day rise to live eternally with the Lord. This hope is not a wishful dream, but a confident expectation grounded in the power and promise of God (1 Peter 1:3). Through the resurrection, we have the assurance that life continues beyond the grave for all who are in Christ.

In 1 Thessalonians 4:13–14, Paul comforted the early Christians by writing, “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus.” The resurrection gives us reason to face death without fear and to endure the trials of life with faith. When loved ones in Christ pass away, we grieve, but not without hope. We know that there will be a great day of reunion and resurrection when the Lord returns. As Jesus Himself said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live” (John 11:25).

This hope should change the way we live each day. Knowing that our earthly bodies will one day be raised in glory (1 Corinthians 15:42–44) motivates us to live faithfully and righteously before God. The resurrection reminds us that our labor in the Lord is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). Our hope is not anchored in this temporary world but in the eternal life promised through Christ Jesus. Because He arose, we can look beyond the grave with confidence, knowing that we, too, will rise to meet the Lord in the air and be with Him forever (1 Thessalonians 4:17). Truly, the resurrection gives meaning to our faith, strength to our trials, and joy to our hearts. In Christ, we have a living hope through His victory over death—a hope that will never fade away.

Because He lives, we too shall live, and that is the greatest hope of all.