Daily devotion – a walk to school and the subject of death
“But let me reveal to you a wonderful secret. We will not all die, but we will all be transformed! It will happen in a moment, in the blink of an eye, when the last trumpet is blown…” —1 Corinthians 15:51-52
I had the opportunity the other day to accompany some of our grandchildren as they walked to school. Whenever that situation arises they always asked for a Bible story to be shared on the way. I spoke to them what happens when a Christian dies. Where they go, what occurs the moment they take their last breath in this world and what awaits a believer straight after that moment and then for eternity.
As we walked I was reminded of the beauty and simplicity of sharing the truth of God’s Word. Their curious minds led them to ask about what happens when a Christian dies, a question filled with wonder rather than fear. I shared with them the glorious promise of eternal life: when a believer takes their last breath in this world, they are immediately ushered into the presence of Jesus.
For those who know Christ, death is not the end—it is the beginning of life eternal. In 1 Corinthians 15, Paul paints a victorious picture of our transformation: our mortal bodies will be changed into immortal ones, and the sting of death will be swallowed up in victory.
Contrast this with those who do not know Christ. For them, death often carries fear, uncertainty, and sorrow. But for believers, Hebrews 2:15 reminds us, “Only in this way could he set free all who have lived their lives as slaves to the fear of dying.” Jesus’ death and resurrection have broken the chains of death and its power over us.
As we walked that short journey to school, I marveled at the opportunity to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ to the next generation. The victory won at Calvary continues to echo through history, a triumph that sets us free and gives us hope.
Romans 1:16 declares, “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes.” May we never grow weary of sharing this Gospel, whether with curious children or anyone who will listen. Let us carry this message of hope, victory, and transformation to a world desperately in need of it.
Reflection:
Are you living in the freedom and victory Christ has won over death?
How can you share this hope with those around you today?
Take courage, for death has no hold on those who belong to Christ!
Find those precious ‘ordinary’ moments to share God’s Word with those you love!