Scriptures that tell us of God"s love and show us that we are not alone by Billy Joe Daugherty

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The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea, I have loved thee with an everlasting love: there fore with loving kindness have I drawn thee. Jeremiah 31:3

For the Father himself loveth you, because ye have loved me, and have believed that I came out from God. John 16:27

But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;). Ephesians 2:4,5

Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession. For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:14-16

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge. Proverbs 14:32 NIV

Cast not away there fore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul. Hebrews 10:35-39

Why are you cast down, O my inner self? And why should you moan over me and be disquieted within me? Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him, for I shall yet praise Him, Who is the help of my [sad] countenance, and my God.

Psalm 43:5 AMP

For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee. Isaiah 54:10

And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. Matthew 10:28
And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.

Revelation 14:13

 

-DEATH IS NOT THE END

Scriptures that tell us of God"s love and show us that we are not alone by Billy Joe Daugherty

Jesus Took Away the Fear of Death By Billy Joe Daugherty

Since we, God’s children, are human beings—made of flesh and blood—He became flesh and blood too by being born in human form; for only as a human being could He die and in dying break the power of the devil who had the power of death. Only in that way could he deliver those who through fear of death have been living all their lives as slaves to constant dread. Hebrews 2:14,15 TLB

It was out of love that God sent His Son to the earth in the form of a man. Jesus was obedient to God’s will for His life and willingly went to the cross so you could be free from the oppression of the devil. After He died and went to hell, He took the keys of hell and death away from Satan. (Rev. 1:18.)

Because Jesus now has the keys of death, you no longer have to fear dying. You know what is beyond the veil of death. When the time comes, you can confidently cross over into eternity. Likewise, when a family member or friend crosses over to the other side, you know that they are in a much better place. They are not gone forever. It is only a matter of time when you will see them again. Your eyes have now been opened to see that Jesus is there to welcome your family, friends, and you into heaven.

 

Sorrow Not as Those Who Have No Hope

We should not allow grief to consume us when a loved one or a close friend has died. Your life should not end when someone else dies. Remember, that individual would want you to continue living to your fullest potential. Even in situations where someone has been murdered or died in a senseless accident, it’s important that you use the pain you feel to propel you forward rather than letting your life end by being consumed with grief and depression.

In the beginning, it may be difficult; but as you keep moving forward, you will eventually be able to help others who have gone through similar situations. In the following verses, the Apostle Paul shares what happens to a Christian when the individual dies. He did not want the person left behind to “be full of sorrow.” He also goes on to describe a future event that will affect everyone on the earth.
And now, dear brothers, I want you to know what happens to a Christian when he dies so that when it happens, you will not be full of sorrow, as those are who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and then came back to life again, we can also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with Him all the Christians who have died. I can tell you this directly from the Lord: that we who are still living when the Lord returns will not rise to meet Him ahead of those who are in their graves. For the Lord Himself will come down from heaven with a mighty shout and with the soul- stirring cry of the archangel and the great trumpet-call of God. And the believers who are dead will be the first to rise to meet the Lord. Then we who are still alive and remain on the earth will be caught up with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air and remain with Him forever. So comfort and encourage each other with this news. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 TLB

The latter verses describe what is called the Rapture. This is a time when the physical bodies of Christians will be caught up to meet Jesus in the air. Even the bodies of those who have died will be resurrected. Those who are alive will be changed in a moment. In the twinkling of an eye, they will be transformed into glorified bodies. This is a word of encouragement. The Bible says to comfort one another with these words. There is a great future ahead for you and for all believers.

 

– Death is not the End

Jesus Took Away the Fear of Death By Billy Joe Daugherty

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled By Billy Joe Daugherty

Life after death does not have to be troubling to anyone. Jesus said in John 14:1-4:
Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto Myself; that where I am, there you may be also. And where I go you know, and the way you know.

When a person reaches the end of his life or is challenged by a life-threatening illness, the individual and those around them may be fearful of death. Sometimes in a person’s fight against sickness, the individual becomes tired. Often the individual catches a glimpse of heaven and sees how good it looks. At this point, it’s easy for the person to quit fighting and step on over to the other side.

In the above verses, Jesus is telling us not to be afraid of death. He is letting us know what we can expect when we arrive in heaven. There are many dwelling places there. Jesus said that He has gone ahead to prepare a place for you. He has made a place for everyone who has been born again by receiving Jesus as Lord and Savior.

In verse 3 above, Jesus says that He will receive you unto Himself. When you die, you will be with Jesus. This is comforting to know for yourself and for your loved ones. To be absent from the body is to be present with Jesus. (2 Cor. 5:6-8.) No wonder Jesus said, “Let not your heart be troubled.” Having the knowledge that your loved one is with Jesus should give you peace. Even though you may miss the person, he or she is with

Jesus, enjoying a continuation of life in a different place. If you do not have peace about your eternal destination, ask Jesus to come into your heart. If a loved one has died, you cannot affect his or her life today; but you can allow Jesus to transform your heart. It all happens by faith.

Faith believes what God has said. Faith agrees with God. Faith speaks what God speaks. Faith obeys God’s Word. You can release your faith now by believing and speaking these words:

Heavenly Father, I come to You admitting that I am a sinner. Right now, I choose to turn away from sin, and I ask You to cleanse me of all unrighteousness. I believe that Your Son, Jesus, died on the cross to take away my sins. I also believe that He rose again from the dead so that I might be forgiven of my sins and be made righteous through faith in Him. I call upon the name of Jesus Christ to be the Savior and Lord of my life. Jesus, I choose to follow You and ask that You fill me with the power of the Holy Spirit. I declare that right now I am a child of God. I am free from sin and full of the righteousness of God. I am saved in Jesus’ name. Amen.

By praying this prayer, you never have to fear where you will go when you die. Your eternal destination will be with Jesus in heaven. Welcome to the family of God!

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled By Billy Joe Daugherty