All human beings are born, and in the end, all must face death. No matter how diligently each person lives, death comes inevitably, regardless of one’s will. For this reason, God declared in the Bible, “You have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead.”
Humanity instinctively resists death, yet no one can escape it by their own strength. Seeing this, Heavenly Father came to this earth, bringing the truth that frees us from death. Through His grace of salvation, He has opened the way for us to receive eternal life. In the kingdom of heaven, there is no more death or mourning or crying or pain. You who will enter that place and enjoy eternal life and joy are truly blessed. God has granted us His imperishable flesh and blood through the Passover, so that we may live forever in heaven. Let us always give thanks to God for this grace.
In the Bible, there is an account of a rich man who ignored God’s word and a beggar who lived by faith in God. Though both died, their outcomes were completely different. One entered into comfort at Abraham’s side, while the other suffered in the fire, filled with regret. The beggar, though poor in this life, remembered and kept God’s ordinances. But the rich man pursued only wealth and comfort during his temporary life on this earth. He neglected God’s word, and in the end, he faced a tragic outcome. Hell is described as a place of such agony that one would beg for even a drop of water on the tip of a finger to cool the tongue. This shows us how fearful that place is (Lk 16:19–26). Therefore, while we live as strangers and pilgrims on this earth, we must live in reverent fear of God and keep His word, preparing ourselves for the kingdom of heaven (1 Pe 1:17).
God earnestly warns us not to go to hell. He calls us to awaken, to prepare for heaven, and to share the gospel so that our neighbors may also enter the kingdom. As it is written, “What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?” (Mt 16:26). God also teaches us about our responsibility. If we do not speak and warn others, their blood will be required from us. But if we warn them and they do not listen, we are not held accountable (Eze 3:17–19). To share what is good is love. Whether in physical matters or spiritual matters, sharing is the way we ought to live. Above all, saving a soul that is perishing is the greatest act of goodness. Therefore, let us diligently share the hope of heaven with those who are living without hope (Lk 10:25–37).
Out of His great compassion, God did not turn away from the suffering of the cross but gave His very life to save us. In a world where the truth had disappeared, He once again came in the flesh under a new name, Ahnsahnghong, restoring the Passover of the new covenant that had been lost and leading us to salvation. Even while enduring hardship—lacking food and clothing, and preaching alone—He never lost His smile, finding joy in saving His children. Through His sacrifice and love, He led sinners to repentance. Let us remember such devotion and follow His example (Mk 1:35–38; Rev 3:15–16).
Those who share in God’s gospel and endure hardship on this earth will receive glory in the kingdom of heaven (Lk 22:27–30; Da 12:1–3). In the Parable of the Minas, those who made every effort to save even one more soul gained ten minas or five minas. But the one who hid his mina represents a person who seeks only their own salvation and lacks love (Lk 19:15–27). Those who walk with God in the gospel will enter eternal life, but those who reject and oppose it will face judgment (Mt 25:31–46). God’s word is life. He sees all things and will repay each person according to what they have done (Rev 20:12). Therefore, in all circumstances, let us keep God’s commandments and receive the blessings prepared for us in the kingdom of heaven.
Take pride in being sons and daughters of God, and live with courage and boldness. Let us earnestly lead suffering souls to repentance. The day of disaster is coming, burning like a furnace, leaving neither root nor branch. On that day, those who revere God’s name will be protected. In the age of the Holy Spirit, those who praise and pray in the name of Christ Ahnsahnghong will be spared from all calamity (Mal 4:1–3). This is a precious promise from God. Let us not keep it to ourselves, but share it with our neighbors, our families, our friends, and everyone we meet. Let us strive with all our hearts to enter the kingdom of heaven, where glory endures forever. And let us lead many souls to that beautiful place. May you become children of Zion who shine forever in the kingdom of heaven.
