• THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH

    Many people live as though death is the end of everything. They focus only on earthly success, possessions, and pleasures.

    However, the Bible clearly teaches that death is not the end. There is life after death. Every human being will continue to exist eternally, either in the presence of God or separated from Him.

    Death is simply a transition from this earthly life into eternity. Therefore, every person must prepare for life after death.

    Hebrews 9:27
    "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.

    1. Jesus Confirmed That There Is Life After Death

    John 11:25-26
    "Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live."

    Jesus clearly taught that those who believe in Him will live even after physical death. The grave is not the end for the believer. Through Christ, eternal life is guaranteed.

    Matthew 22:31-32
    "God is not the God of the dead, but of the living."

    God sees His children as living, even after they leave this world.

    2. The Story of the Rich Man and Lazarus

    Luke 16:19-31
    Jesus told the story of a rich man and a poor beggar named Lazarus. Both died, but their experiences after death were very different.

    Lazarus was comforted in Abraham's bosom.

    The rich man was in torment.

    This story teaches us that consciousness continues after death. People do not cease to exist when they die.

    3. Death Is Not the End for Believers

    Philippians 1:21
    "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain."

    Paul viewed death as gain because it meant entering the presence of Christ.

    2 Corinthians 5:8
    "Absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord."

    For believers, death means leaving the earthly body and entering God's presence.

    Revelation 14:13
    "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord."

    Those who die in Christ enter a state of blessing and rest.

    4. There Will Be a Resurrection

    John 5:28-29
    "All that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth."

    One day, everyone who has died will be resurrected.

    Daniel 12:2
    "Many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt."

    The resurrection will separate those who belong to God from those who rejected Him.

    5. There Will Be Judgment After Death

    Hebrews 9:27
    "It is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment."

    Every person will stand before God and give an account of their life.

    Romans 14:12
    "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God."

    Our words, actions, and choices matter because eternity is real.

    6. Heaven Is Real

    John 14:2-3
    "In my Father's house are many mansions... I go to prepare a place for you."

    Jesus promised a real place prepared for His followers.

    Revelation 21:4
    "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying."

    Heaven is a place of joy, peace, and eternal fellowship with God.

    7. Hell Is Real

    Matthew 25:46
    "And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal."

    The Bible teaches that hell is a place of eternal separation from God.

    Mark 9:43
    "It is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell."

    God desires that no one perish, but every person must choose whether to follow Christ.

    Lessons From This Message
    Death is not the end of existence.

    Every person will spend eternity somewhere.

    Salvation through Jesus Christ is the only preparation for eternity.

    We must live each day with eternity in view.

    God is calling everyone to repentance and faith in Christ.

    Call to Salvation

    If you have not surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, today is the day to do so.

    Romans 10:9
    "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved."

    Receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior, repent of your sins, and follow Him faithfully. The most important preparation for life after death is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Conclusion

    There is life after death. The grave is not the final destination of mankind.

    One day, every person will stand before God. Those who trust in Christ will enjoy eternal life in His presence, while those who reject Him will face eternal separation from God.

    Therefore, live wisely, walk with God faithfully, and prepare for eternity today.

    Key Verse: John 11:25
    "I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live."

    Pastor Abiodun Kadri

    #ThereIsLifeAfterDeath #EternityMatters #JesusIsTheWay #PrepareToMeetGod #HeavenIsReal #FaithInChrist #EternalLife #BibleSermon #ChristianLiving #SalvationInJesus
    THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH Many people live as though death is the end of everything. They focus only on earthly success, possessions, and pleasures. However, the Bible clearly teaches that death is not the end. There is life after death. Every human being will continue to exist eternally, either in the presence of God or separated from Him. Death is simply a transition from this earthly life into eternity. Therefore, every person must prepare for life after death. Hebrews 9:27 "And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment. 1. Jesus Confirmed That There Is Life After Death John 11:25-26 "Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live." Jesus clearly taught that those who believe in Him will live even after physical death. The grave is not the end for the believer. Through Christ, eternal life is guaranteed. Matthew 22:31-32 "God is not the God of the dead, but of the living." God sees His children as living, even after they leave this world. 2. The Story of the Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 Jesus told the story of a rich man and a poor beggar named Lazarus. Both died, but their experiences after death were very different. Lazarus was comforted in Abraham's bosom. The rich man was in torment. This story teaches us that consciousness continues after death. People do not cease to exist when they die. 3. Death Is Not the End for Believers Philippians 1:21 "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." Paul viewed death as gain because it meant entering the presence of Christ. 2 Corinthians 5:8 "Absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." For believers, death means leaving the earthly body and entering God's presence. Revelation 14:13 "Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord." Those who die in Christ enter a state of blessing and rest. 4. There Will Be a Resurrection John 5:28-29 "All that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth." One day, everyone who has died will be resurrected. Daniel 12:2 "Many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt." The resurrection will separate those who belong to God from those who rejected Him. 5. There Will Be Judgment After Death Hebrews 9:27 "It is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment." Every person will stand before God and give an account of their life. Romans 14:12 "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God." Our words, actions, and choices matter because eternity is real. 6. Heaven Is Real John 14:2-3 "In my Father's house are many mansions... I go to prepare a place for you." Jesus promised a real place prepared for His followers. Revelation 21:4 "And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying." Heaven is a place of joy, peace, and eternal fellowship with God. 7. Hell Is Real Matthew 25:46 "And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal." The Bible teaches that hell is a place of eternal separation from God. Mark 9:43 "It is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell." God desires that no one perish, but every person must choose whether to follow Christ. Lessons From This Message Death is not the end of existence. Every person will spend eternity somewhere. Salvation through Jesus Christ is the only preparation for eternity. We must live each day with eternity in view. God is calling everyone to repentance and faith in Christ. Call to Salvation If you have not surrendered your life to Jesus Christ, today is the day to do so. Romans 10:9 "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Receive Jesus as your Lord and Savior, repent of your sins, and follow Him faithfully. The most important preparation for life after death is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Conclusion There is life after death. The grave is not the final destination of mankind. One day, every person will stand before God. Those who trust in Christ will enjoy eternal life in His presence, while those who reject Him will face eternal separation from God. Therefore, live wisely, walk with God faithfully, and prepare for eternity today. Key Verse: John 11:25 "I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live." Pastor Abiodun Kadri #ThereIsLifeAfterDeath #EternityMatters #JesusIsTheWay #PrepareToMeetGod #HeavenIsReal #FaithInChrist #EternalLife #BibleSermon #ChristianLiving #SalvationInJesus
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