Are You Ready ?
. . . Prepare to meet your God . . .
Amos 4:12
Today's Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58.
It has been said, “Live each day as if it is your last. It may be.”
Some years ago, in Oxford City Centre, a group of people were waiting at the bus stop for the bus, which was late. When the bus arrived, suddenly the brakes on the bus failed, and it plunged into the group, killing one woman and injuring others. The dead woman’s husband, who had been sitting beside her, jumped clear and was saved. When life is normal and things are going along with predictability, most people give little thought to something so fatal happening in a moment’s time. Few ask themselves if they are ready to die.
In an instant, a person can be transferred from this life to the next—eternity. The Bible has much to say about the brevity of life and the necessity of preparing for eternity. Seldom do we consider that pleasures are so brief; holidays over too soon. We live in-the-moment and for the moment.
Surrounded by the violence and devastation of our present age, we see death on every hand. The most important question to answer is where we will spend eternity, because every person will someday die. Too many people avoid thinking about the end of life on Earth because the subject seems unpleasant. Remember, death is Satan’s weapon, for he uses the thought of it to bring confusion and fear into the hearts of those facing it. Jesus Christ brings salvation to everyone who will believe in Him, and that is why the Bible says, “Death is swallowed up in victory” (1 Corinthians 15:54). Christ will transform a life darkened by sin and will give everlasting joy to the soul.
Prayer
Merciful God, thank You, that I am a sheep of Your pasture, and You have numbered my days. Thank You, that Your Son, is preparing a place for me in Heaven. In His name I bless and praise You. Amen.
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