Is Death the End, a Period, or Just a Comma in Your Existence?

Bill Nye, the Science Guy, believes the finish line is the end. At death, he believes, you cease to exist. It is over. You are finished. There is no afterlife. There is nothing beyond the finish line.

He says, "You had your kids; your genes are passed on, and you expire.” “You lose your faculties as you run out of steam, and that is just how it is."¹ He does not expect to give an account of his life to God or anyone else. Surprises will abound in the afterlife!

Adam Silvera agrees with Bill Nye. He said, “No one goes on, but what we leave behind keeps us alive for someone else.”² Not expecting life after death does not make it go away. Is death the end? The Bible treats death as a comma, not a period.

Extensive evidence proves that Jesus rose from the dead. His resurrection is the shadow of what is to come. The existence of the afterlife is significant. Judgment to come should motivate you to live for Jesus now. “So we make it our goal to please him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it” (2 Corinthians 5:9 NIV).

Everyone dies. You have a finish line on this earth. You naturally want those who remain behind after you have gone to remember you affectionately.

That, however, cannot be your highest priority. If you love God, you will love people in practical ways. Many of them will love you in return and store fond memories of you when you are gone.

Have you ever wondered who will attend your funeral? It will be those who respect and love you.

As wonderful as it is for people to remember you, it is far more important for Jesus to remember you as He remembered the thief on another cross who said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” (Luke 23:42 NIV). 

History notes those who make contributions to human life. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Death comes to all, but great achievements build a monument which shall endure until the sun grows cold.”²

Secular history records secular achievements. Realistically, your name probably will never be an answer on an eighth-grade American history test!

People remember you positively for your loving deeds and kind words. Brandon Lee said, “Immortality is to live your life doing good things and leaving your mark behind.”²

As a Christian, you can leave your mark behind and ahead in the unending stream of eternity. You do so by helping others come to know Jesus and make it their goal to please Him.

Far more important than what others do in remembrance of you is what you do in remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice for you (Luke 22:19). The gospel’s good news is that you are not finished at the finish line! What is your takeaway? See additional free spiritual growth resources for Christians.   #freediscipleshipresources #freeevangelismresources #freechristianleadershipresources 

1.      Life after death: Bill Nye says 'overwhelming evidence' proves there is no afterlife | Science | News | Express.co.uk

2.      Top 28 Legacy Quotes (LEAVING A MARK) (graciousquotes.com)

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