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Death is a universal phenomenon. From timeimmemorial man has made many efforts to
avoid death but has not succeeded in it. So far medical and technological innovations conducted
in the world could not help man to overcome death.
The Bible has the perfect answer to the question of “Why man dies” Romans 5:12 “Sin
entered the world because one man sinned. And death came because of sin. Everyone sinned, so
death came to all people (New International Reader’s Version (NIRV)”.
Thus, the reason for death is man’s sin. Death entered into the world because of sin.
Death would not have entered into the world if the first man have not sinned.
Where the medical field and the world of science has failed to conquer death Apostle
Paul says “The last enemy that will be destroyed is death. (1Corintinthians 15:26, NIRV). This
happens at the resurrection of the body.
There are two opinions about resurrection. Some say there is no resurrection but only
rebirth. Man is born into the world, he lives and dies. In the next life he takes the form of a cat,
dog or rat according to the deeds of his present life. Others say that there is nothing after death.
However, I am saying that both of these concepts are wrong.
I strongly stand and raise the Bible and say that as the last enemy, death will perish. Man
does not take rebirth as a cat, rat or dog. But the dead will rise from the earth as resurrected
bodies. It is not Rebirth but Resurrection.
Here are some questions that I will be answering throughout this book
What are the evidences of resurrection?
Where do the dead exist until resurrection?
What is the nature of resurrection?
What is the order of resurrection?
What happens after resurrection? What are the evidences of resurrection?
The question that arises when preaching about the resurrection of the dead is, “Have you
seen anyone being resurrected before?” Just like anywhere else, we also have the urge to hide the
truth due to questions like these.
The first resurrection will happen according to God’s timing within his supreme
authority. Nobody has seen anyone resurrected from the dead. But let me tell you the truth, the
evidence that there is resurrection of dead is proven by God inspired words of the Bible.
Although there are many evidences of resurrection, the main point I would like to point
out today to my beloved readers is that of 1 Corinthians 15:12, “We have preached that Christ
has been raised from the dead. So how can some of you say that no one rises from the dead?”
The believers in the church of Corinth were saved, baptized and had many gifts of the
Holy Spirit. But they were unaware of the doctrine of resurrection of the dead. So Paul is calling
their attention to the resurrection of the dead, by proving it through the supreme example of the
resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The apostle Paul authoritatively states that our faith is in vain, if Christ was not risen
from the dead. Jesus Christ came into the world as the son of God. He took birth in Mary’s
womb, lived among us, died for us and was buried in the tomb and rose up from the grave on the
third day. He showed his resurrected body to his
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disciples and appeared to them on many different occasions. Our preaching is in vain if we do
not believe in these things.
The good news is that Jesus Christ died, buried and resurrected. This is the greatest
message of true faith. We can definitely believe in the resurrection of the dead.
Now we read 1 Corinthians 15:20, “But Christ really has been raised from the dead. He is
the first of all those who will rise from the dead” (NIRV). The great thing we can have from this
verse is that, Christ is the first fruit of those who resurrected from the dead.
We can say first fruit is the shadow of resurrection. Passover is the shadow of the
crucifixion of Jesus and Pentecost (50 days) is the shadow of the coming of the Holy Spirit into
earth.
Let us think about the example of the first fruit in Kuttanad which is in the State of
Kerala in India. During the harvest of the rice fields, the first step is to collect a few crops in a
bunch and present it to the church as the first fruit.
According to the custom among the Jews, first fruits were collected and presented to the
high priest of the temple. When it was given to the high priest, he was to take it and wave it
before the Lord. Leviticus 23: 10-12 “Speak to the Israelites. Tell them, ‘When you enter the
land I am going to give you, bring an offering to the L
ORD
. Gather your crops. Bring the first bundle of grain to the priest. He must lift up the grain
and wave it in front of the L
ORD
. Then the L
ORD
.”
At this point Abraham did not have the promised heir. When Abraham was called out, God gave
him many promises including future generations. The word “believe” in Hebrew is “aman”. It is
from this Hebrew word that the English word Amen derives from, which means “let it be the
same”. In essence this word means let it happen according to what God has said. So real faith is
saying amen to God’s words and promises.
When we declare God’s promises with faith, we will be taking full victory over Satan.
Revelations 12:11, “They had victory over him by the blood the Lamb spilled for them. They had
victory over him by speaking the truth about Jesus to others. They were willing to risk their lives,
even if it led to death (NIRV)”.
So if we want victory over Satan we must believe and declare it openly with our heart and
mouth.
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When we study the temptation of Jesus by Satan in Mathew 4:1-11, we can see that Jesus
defeated Satan through God’s word right away.
God’s people can defeat Satan likewise. Satan will be totally defeated when we declare our faith
in Jesus and his word.
The tombs of the dead will be opened at the time of resurrection and will be traveling
from miles to meet our God in heaven and to be with him forever. In the book of Corinthians, we
read as the last enemy, death will perish forever. Hence, believers will have complete victory
over Satan and death.
So what can we say about the 2nd resurrection or the resurrection of those who are not
saved. Revelations 20: 11-15, “I saw a great white throne. And I saw God sitting on it. When the
earth and sky saw his face, they ran away. There was no place for them. I saw the dead, great
and small, standing in front of the throne. Books were opened. Then another book was opened. It
was the book of life. The dead were judged by what they had done. The things they had done
were written in the books. The sea gave up the dead that were in it. And Death and Hell gave up
their dead. Each person was judged by what they had done. Then Death and Hell were thrown
into the lake of fire. The lake of fire is the second death. Anyone whose name was not written in
the book of life was thrown into the lake of fire” (NIRV).
This is the second death. One important thing we must notice here is that when people are
saved, their names are written in the Book of Life, in heaven. Those names that are not found in
the Book of Life will have to undergo eternal punishment of damnation in hell. John was exiled
to Patmos because of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He saw visions there. He states that those who
do not accept Jesus as their Saviourwill have to undergo a second death.
There will be no mercy during God’s judgement on the white throne. The God who is
merciful today will become full of anger
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tomorrow. All people who died in sea or on earth will be brought and assembled before the final
judgement. Here we do not see any saved people, but only the unsaved. They have no way of
escaping. God has given a time for salvation, so use the time for self- examination in regards to
our salvation. Do not take it lightly.
All people will be gathered before the white throne. People who commit adultery,
suicide, robbery, cheating and numerous malpractices will not escape judgement. The bodies of
those who died tragically in water or sea will be given up for judgement.
The names in the Book of Life is important here. Whether you are a famous person like
an MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly) or MP (Member of Parliament) is not of
significance to God. Having our names being mentioned, in prominent places such as a
Panchayat or township, or even in the newspaper, will make no difference if it is not found in the
Book of Life. Some may think having the power of wealth or health will be taken into
consideration at the time of judgement at the white throne, but these will not help you.
Philippians 2:10-11, “When the name of Jesus is spoken, every knee will bow down to worship
him. Everyone in heaven and on earth and under the earth will kneel down to worship him.
Everyone’s mouth will say that Jesus Christ is Lord. And God the Father will receive the glory.
So all people have to accept and confess that “Jesus is Lord”. Today, we can see people
ridiculing God’s people and gospel meetings. They have no time to attend gospel meetings or
worship services and praise the Almighty Lord with their lips. But one day, when they stand
before the mercy seat of God, they will have to declare that “Jesus is Lord”.
Then why don’t you accept this invitation of salvation today.
God prepared the burning fire of hell for the wicked and unsaved as
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the eternal punishment place. This is for the second resurrected souls. There will be no more
death after that. Death will depart as the last enemy. I humbly ask you, “Would you prefer
eternal damnation in the fiery place in the second resurrection or would you want eternal
salvation in Heaven in the first resurrection. Which category do you belong?
We have to make a decision. Our eternal life and damnation depend upon our decisions
made on earth. If we want a body of glorification and eternal life we have to take a decision now.
Or would you decide eternal damnation and hell of fiery. The choice and decision is yours. May
God help you to make a wise decision.
It will be wise to accept Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour and escape the hardship and
damnation in hell.
First of all we must understand the word. Romans 3:23, “Everyone has sinned. No one
measures up to God’s glory (NIRV)”.
All children born from Adam are sinners. Sin is in them. Romans 6:23 says, “When you
sin, the pay you get is death. But God gives you the gift of eternal life. That’s because of what
Christ Jesus our Lord has done (NIRV)”.
Adam’s disobedience to God caused death in all men. Death is the punishment for the
same. But Jesus took our punishment of Death, to the cross of Calvary and gave us eternal
salvation. We have redemption in the blood of Jesus.
We must believe and accept this atonement of sacrifice of Jesus Christ with our heart and
confess it before man for our salvation. Romans 10: 9-10 says, “Say with your mouth, “Jesus is
Lord.” Believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead. Then you will be saved. With
your heart you believe and are made right with God. With your mouth you say what you believe.
And so you are saved (NIRV)”.
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THE CONFESSION OF FAITH
The Holy Bible says that we must confess what we believe. Confessing the Word of God means
we are saying what God says. This should not be a burden for anyone. By this we are saying
‘Amen’ (Let it be son) to the promises of God. Gospel of Mathew 10:32-33 states that, “therefore
whoever confesses Me before men, him I will also deny before My Father who is in heaven”.
WHERE DOES SOUL OF MAN GO AFTER DEATH?
This is the great question of mankind. The soul of men will be either in paradise or in the torment
place.
Special points to be highlighted for the people dying in Christ
1. There is no need for any kind of worry like having no hope in life. 1Thessalonian 4:13 says,
“Brothers and sisters, we want you to know what happens to those who die. We don’t want you
to mourn, as other people do. They mourn because they don’t have any hope (NIRV)”. Romans
8:11 says, “The Spirit of the God who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you. So the God
who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your bodies. He will do this because of his
Spirit who lives in you. (NIRV)”
2. The just has hope in His death. Proverbs 14:32 says, “When trouble comes, sinners are
brought down (NIRV)”. By the redemption of Jesus Christ, in His grace we have justification. So
there is a great hope in our death because we are going to have a new life.
3. Revelations 14:13 says, “Then I heard a voice from heaven. “Write this,” it said. “Blessed are
the dead who die as believers in the Lord from now on (NIRV).” In Jesus Christ,
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our life is insured for eternal life with full glory. This is a great blessing for our life after death.
4. Psalms 116:15 says, “The L
ORD