Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the same, that through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is, the devil. Hebrews 2:14 (NKJV)
How do you feel when you think about the fact that one day you will leave this planet?
Yesterday we began talking about six deadly fears that are important to overcome, as these fears can have an impact on our mental health. The first of these is the fear of death.
If we’re not careful, the fear of death can cripple us. Stories in the news, the death of friends and family—these are constant reminders of how fragile life can be. The truth is, Jesus defeated the devil, who held the power of death over mankind. As believers, we are still susceptible to the physical death of our bodies; however, we are no longer spiritually dead (separated from God), and death has “lost its sting” (1 Corinthians 15:55).
We have been promised eternal life in heaven, so death has nothing on us. I’m not saying that you should look forward to leaving this planet; God still has so much for you to do and enjoy here, and people (many of whom you haven’t yet met) are counting on you to stick around! However, the more you learn what God’s Word tells us about eternity and the reality of heaven, the less you will fear death, and the more you will become aware of how much you have to live for.
Focus on the fact that God loves you immeasurably, that He has unfathomable joy prepared for you when you move on to the next life, and that He has incredible plans and purposes for your days here on this planet!