The Second Death

 

Just as the season have their times, so too will death have its time, or rather deaths have their times, yes their times! We are all well aware of the fact that death is part of life’s cycle, but how many truly understand that there is a death after death, it is known as the second death! It is hard to articulate something that has not been part of a person’s life. If I had to speak to you about demonic oppression, the response would vary, some believe it because the Bible speaks of it. But take the disciples and their understanding of demon possession and it takes on a whole different dimension. For them it was a common occurrence as they personally witnessed encounters where the Lord Jesus expunged demons out of individuals. Once we have witnessed an encounter where a demon take hold of an individual, it is no longer an idea but reality. So, having witnessed it first-hand it is easy for me to engage on a discussion around that topic. The first death is the same, we have all been touch by death in one way or another, and we understand it. However, when it comes to the second death which is only a detached idea for some, it remains a distant consideration. And if we do not take it seriously, when the time comes, it will be too late and the consequences catastrophic.

 

Please pay this matter very precise attention and pass this message on…

 

Today I wish to explore this topic and help us understand how this will distress some but not others. The truth of the matter is this death does not mean an end to our existence as we have been created with an eternal faculty, that part of us that lives forever. How does it work? Our soul is linked to our mind which stores our memories and is all intertwined so when our bodies die, that is our flesh. There is a part of us that enters a new dimension, our soul/spirit leaves our body and then there will be no more deceit of lies and we will enter the spiritual world that has always been there. We need to ensure that we will be ready for this part of our journey. How will we find favour? The only way a Christian is able to access good will from the Creator of all things, the great I AM! Is through faith, which in turn taps us into that part of our souls which will move into the next realm, the spiritual world. How is it done? That is a simple answer, repentance, confession whilst calling upon the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and believing that God raised him from the dead. When this encounter becomes a personal life-changing event in one’s life, they are “born again” and their spiritual eyes open, their understanding is enlightened, for the very first time they see the bigger picture. This is when faith kicks in and an eternal hope is ignited. I remember that day very clearly, almost 35 years ago, what a day that was, praise God!

 

Now there are others that practice Satanism and other forms of witchcraft in order to tap into that realm that needs quenching. God created us with a desire to worship Him, sin entered in and that relationship was tarnished way back in the beginning. However, the want to worship is alive in all. Think about it, examine if what I say holds true, examine your own life and see what drives you? If its money and things, then that's what you worship. Money is your idol! The list is endless. 

 

We all have a flesh and blood body and then a hidden soul/spirit which is not visible to the naked eye. Make no mistake, there is no exception to the rule. Some will live eternally grateful, whilst others will forever be in torment and it all hinges on the decisions we make on earth. I have done my best to help you understand, please give this some serious attention.  

 

Let me now back this thought up by scripture…              

 

“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. The one who conquers will not be hurt by the second death.’” (Revelation 2:11) 

“Blessed and holy is the one who shares in the first resurrection! Over such the second death has no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ, and they will reign with him for a thousand years.”

(Revelation 20:6)

 

“Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death, the lake of fire.” (Revelation 20:14) 

 

“But as for the cowardly, the faithless, the detestable, as for murderers, the sexually immoral, sorcerers, idolaters, and all liars, their portion will be in the lake that burns with fire and sulfur, which is the second death.”  (Revelation 21:8)

 

He who testifies to these things says, “Surely I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! 

 

Signing out

 

Tyrone