Every year people die from snake bites, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, lightning, and dog attacks.
Why do these random deaths happen? Are they a punishment?
Jesus says no.
When asked about those who died in a political massacre and a tower accident, Jesus said the victims were no worse sinners than others who didn't die.
Instead, He told his listeners to think about something more important than physical death. He warned them to repent and save themselves from spiritual death (Luke 13:1-5).
Random deaths occur daily, and we won't understand the reasons. But we do understand the reasons for spiritual death.
So next time we see a tragic news story or hear of a friend's untimely death, let's pray for our friends and family who don't know Jesus.
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ReplyDeleteI like your Bible Notes! I'm now a follower.
ReplyDeleteThis can be so extremely sad when the person is an unbeliever. It is sad enough when the person loves Jesus.
ReplyDeleteThis is so true, we need to be prepared. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteMy Dad preached from Psalm 49 last night, it doesn't matter if you're wise or foolish, rich or poor, death will come.
ReplyDeleteThese are good lessons.
ReplyDeleteEncouraging lessons, with great inspiration thanks amen
ReplyDeleteThank you. This is an eye opener information.
ReplyDelete'Random deaths occur daily, and we won't understand the reasons. But we do understand' that the Son of God is full of compassion - He will walk with us through the dept of our grieve - the pain that can be so unbearable .... He will comfort us and help us cry our tears for He Himself cried tears of grieve.
ReplyDeletetoday it is 5 years ago that i buried my son.
ReplyDeleteI am not even scared of death cos I know being with Jesus is so much better.
ReplyDeleteIt is not hard to cope when death comes if you remember what God told us! Physical death will come to us all but focus on saving your soul. Emotional wisdom has to be developed just like spiritual wisdom and understanding. It doesn't mean you don't care when death comes, just that you are more prepared because you trust God and his words of life after death.
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