Every human being is on course to the same destination on earth, a cemetery. All of us have an appointment with death (Romans 5:12, Hebrews 9:27). Death is the final enemy of us all. The great news is death has been defeated.

Before raising his friend Lazarus from the dead Jesus said to a grieving Martha, “I am the resurrection…” (John 11:25) Why fear death when you know the resurrection?

• Jesus said of those who put their trust in Him, even when they die they will truly live. (John 11:25)
• Those who trust Him are promised resurrection to life. (John 6:39,40,44,54)
• Every living person who is trusting Jesus will never die. (John 11:26)

This is such good news! I am not making this up, these are Jesus’ own words. What Christ gives to those who trust Him is…Himself. The one who lives in you by the Spirit of God is…