“Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?”- 1 Corinthians 15:55.
A great Christian man we knew died this past Friday unexpectedly, and we have been reminded of the glorious life that greeted him on Friday afternoon. A place without tears, pain, suffering, or fear, but most importantly, a place 100% full of the presence and glory of God.
Even though the pain is deep and hard to cope with now, we have already heard the family speak of the day when they will see him again. To this we can praise the Lord and say, O death, where is your victory!!!
Our friend’s death came unexpectedly, and it reminds me that we never know when we are going to leave this earth. Think about this with me. What if it was me, or you? Do we have anything to offer Him? What kind of impact have we had on His kingdom? Do we have anything praiseworthy to lay at His feet?
See, I am sure most of us know where we would be if we were to die, but God saves us for so much more than just a “ticket” in to Heaven. He wants us to use our gifts and talents to Glorify His name. He tells us in Matthew 6:19, 20, “Do not store, up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven…”
With this in mind, I know that our lives will be victorious, and can say with confidence, “O death, where is your victory!” I want my life to be marked by heavenly treasures, not earthly processions. Don’t you? What are some action steps we can take everyday to make an impact on His kingdom?
Pressing on,
Natalie
