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Death only opens the prison-door, and sets the captive free!

"Fear of death." Hebrews 2:15

All must die—but all do not die alike; some are cut off suddenly, others by a lingering illness. Some fear death all their lives, others do not. But death must be viewed through Jesus—or we shall fear it, if we think seriously.

Physical death is a separation from the body; the second death is a separation from God. The former we must pass through; not so the latter. What shall separate us from the love of God? DEATH? No! we are more than conquerors through Him who has loved us. Death only opens the prison-door, and sets the captive free! Death is the answer to our many prayers for deliverance, for freedom from sin, and for perfect happiness!

If we are united to Jesus by a living faith, death cannot disunite us; but will only introduce us into His presence, that we may forever enjoy His love. If we walk with God; if we believe the Saviour's Word; if we look beyond the valley of the shadow of death—we shall not fear death. Jesus will not leave us then. He will be present according to His Word, and we shall prove His faithfulness, veracity, and love.

"Death has been swallowed up in victory! Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?" 1 Corinthians 15:54-55