LIFE AFTER DEATH IS CONSCIOUS AND INTERACTIVE :( PART ONE)

 

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Good -Life Devotional: LIFE AFTER DEATH IS CONSCIOUS AND INTERACTIVE :( PART ONE)

Scripture: Luke 16:19–31; 2 Corinthians 5:8
   Death is not the end of human existence. Scripture presents life after death as a conscious reality in which people continue to exist beyond the grave. The body dies, but the person does not cease to be.
   Jesus illustrated this truth in the account of Lazarus and the rich man. Lazarus died and was carried by angels to “Abraham’s bosom,” while the rich man died and found himself in torment. Remarkably, both men were conscious. Lazarus experienced comfort, while the rich man experienced anguish. The rich man remembered his earthly life, recognized Lazarus, spoke with Abraham, and was concerned about his brothers who were still alive (Luke 16:23–28).
   This account gives us a sobering picture: death does not erase consciousness, personality, memory, or accountability.
For the Christian, however, death brings a completely different experience. Paul says, “to be absent from the body” is “to be present with the Lord” (2 Corinthians 5:8). Jesus also promised the repentant thief, “Today you will be with Me in Paradise” (Luke 23:43).
    The believer's future is therefore not an unconscious sleep or disappearance. It is fellowship with Christ. Hebrews 12:22–24 speaks of the heavenly assembly and “the spirits of the righteous made perfect.” Revelation 7:9–10 pictures a vast multitude worshipping before God's throne.
  There is therefore hope beyond the grave. The believer does not enter an empty eternity but the presence of the living God.
REFLECTION: If your earthly life ended today, where would you expect to spend eternity?
PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to overcome temptation.
Lord Jesus, help me to live with eternity in view. Strengthen my faith, keep my heart faithful to You, and prepare me for the day when I shall be with You forever. Amen.
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