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DEATH: How To Prepare(Or “What I Wished I Knew 50 Years Ago!”): 

DEATH: How To Prepare (Or “What I Wished I Knew 50 Years Ago!”) by Karl W. Sapp (Credits: The Word of God the Holy Bible, Bible software, Jack Chick Publishing Co. used by permission, various online resources and technical consultants)

DEATH (Table of Contents): 

DEATH (Table of Contents) Disclaimer—The Holy Bible, Is My Final Authority Global Death Statistics The Bible and Death WHY People Die: The REAL Reason Two Roads—Two Destinies GOD Offers Two Destinies GOD’s Warning, and Invitation The Importance of Faith in Christ Why “Through” Jesus Christ? Which Road Are You On, and Which Destiny?

Disclaimer: 

Disclaimer For decades now, as an Ordained Minister of the Gospel of the LORD Jesus Christ, The Holy Bible has been, and is, my final authority for all faith and doctrine, according to Christ’s own Words: Mt 5:18 “For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.” (Sorry, ‘The De Vinci Code’ is very inaccurate historically and biblically!) Thus, I give no apologies for the clear teachings of the Holy Bible on this subject of “death”. --Lovingly submitted, Karl W. Sapp

Global Death Statistics: 

Global Death Statistics UN Releases World Death Statistics NEW YORK, May 02 (Reuters) -- The United Nations' World Health Organization (WHO) has released sobering global statistics on who dies, where, and why. "While the diseases of poverty stalk people living in the developing world, the so-called 'diseases of affluence' are now becoming the leading killers in the developing world, as they have been in the developed world," according to the British medical journal The Lancet, which this week carries a study entitled "The Global Burden of Disease." The study authors determined the top 10 global killers to be: heart attack (6.3 million deaths); stroke (4.4 million); pneumonia (4.3 million); diarrhea (2.9 million); birth-related illnesses (2.4 million); bronchitis/emphysema (2.2 million); tuberculosis (2 million); measles (1.1 million); road accidents (1 million); and cancers of the lung, bronchus, and trachea (900,000).

Death Discussed in the Bible: 

Death Discussed in the Bible Die, Died, and Death= 852x in Bible! Genesis 2:17 But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die. Genesis 3:4 And the serpent said unto the woman, Ye shall not surely die: Let’s “test” the Holy Scriptures; WHO is telling the TRUTH: God or Satan?—Read Romans 3:4 and 6:23a.

“Testing” Holy Scripture: 

“Testing” Holy Scripture Romans 3:4 “…yea, let GOD be true, but every man a LIAR!” Romans 6:23 “For the wages of sin is DEATH” Question: “Who is speaking TRUTH?”

God’s Word is “Tested” and Always Proven 100% True!: 

God’s Word is “Tested” and Always Proven 100% True! Genesis 5:5 And all the days that Adam lived were nine hundred and thirty years: and he died. Genesis 5:8 And all the days of Seth were nine hundred and twelve years: and he died. Genesis 5:11 And all the days of Enos were nine hundred and five years: and he died. Genesis 5:14 And all the days of Cainan were nine hundred and ten years: and he died. Genesis 5:17 And all the days of Mahalaleel were eight hundred ninety and five years: and he died. Genesis 5:20 And all the days of Jared were nine hundred sixty and two years: and he died. Genesis 5:27 And all the days of Methuselah were nine hundred sixty and nine years: and he died. Question: What did ALL these, and us, have in common? Answer: And “…he died”! And YOU and I too shall die also!

What Death is Not(Example: Not ‘The Grim Reaper’!): 

What Death is Not (Example: Not ‘The Grim Reaper’!) Is Not “Soul-Sleep”—Both Moses (1400 B.C.) and Elijah (900 B.C.) appeared and talked with Jesus in Matt. 17:3. Is Not Like An Animal’s Death—They only have a body and a “ruach” (Hebrew for “soul”, i.e., mind, will and emotions) as in Gen. 7:15, but do NOT possess an eternal spirit as mankind who alone was made “after the image of God…”, Gen.1:26. Is Not A Place of Temporary Punishment—Matt. 25:46 “And these shall go away into everlasting punishment…” Is Not A Place of a “Second Chance”—Hebrews 9:27 “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment…” Thus, NO “Karma”, NO Reincarnation, etc., possible!

The Real Reason Why People Die:: 

The Real Reason Why People Die: “S-I-N !!” Defined: “Any thought, word, desire, action, or omission of action, contrary to the Law of God, or defective when compared with it.” Sin’s entrance into the world, and infection of the whole human race, its nature, forms, and effects, and its fatal possession of every unregenerate soul, are fully described in the Bible: Gen 6:5 And GOD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. Psa 51:5 Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me. Mt 15:19 For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies: Rom 5:12 Wherefore, as by one man (Adam) sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned Jas 1:14 But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. :15 Then when lust hath conceived, it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.

Two Roads—Two Destinies: 

Two Roads—Two Destinies The LORD Jesus Christ pulls back curtain of the time, Luke 16:19 ¶ There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: :20 And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, :21 And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man’s table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores. :22 And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried; (Note: Death is not a “period”) :23 And in hell he lift up his eyes, being in torments, and seeth Abraham afar off, and Lazarus in his bosom. :24 And he cried and said, Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus, that he may dip the tip of his finger in water, and cool my tongue; for I am tormented in this FLAME! 

GOD’s Invitation…and Warning: 

GOD’s Invitation…and Warning Mark 16:16 He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. John 3:18 He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. John 3:36 He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. John 6:35 And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to Me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on Me shall never thirst--in Hell, it’s the opposite! John 6:47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on Me hath everlasting life. (Quote John 3:16 together.) Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life THROUGH Jesus Christ our Lord.

Why “Through” Jesus Christ?: 

Why “Through” Jesus Christ? John 8:32 And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. (That is, freedom from sin’s penalty, power and, one day, its very presence—forever! :-) John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me. 1 Timothy 2:5 For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus John 10:9 I am the door: by Me if any man “enter in”, he shall be saved (note: the opposite is true IF not by Jesus Christ!) Qu.: But HOW do sinners “enter in” God’s salvation? Romans 5:1 ¶ Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Importance of Faith in Christ : 

The Importance of Faith in Christ John 11:25 Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: John 12:44 Jesus cried and said, He that believeth on Me, believeth not on Me, but on Him that sent Me. Acts 4:12 Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. 1 Peter 2:6 Wherefore also it is contained in the Scripture, Behold, I lay in Sion a Chief Corner Stone, elect, precious: and he that believeth on Him shall not be confounded. 1 John 5:5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God? 1 John 5:10 He that believeth on the Son of God hath the witness in himself: he that believeth not God hath made Him a LIAR; because he believeth not the record that God gave of his Son.

Christ Conquers Death!: 

Christ Conquers Death!

OT and NT Warnings for Unbelief:: 

OT and NT Warnings for Unbelief: Isaiah 14:11 “Thy pomp is brought down to the grave, and the noise of thy viols: the worm (see root word below) is spread under thee, and the worms cover thee.” From Hebrew #07415 rimmah rim-maw’ in the sense of breeding [compare #07311]; TWOT-2175a; n f AV-worm 7; 7x 1) maggot, worm (as cause and sign of decay) Micah 7:17 where it is said, "They shall lick the dust like a serpent, they shall move out of their holes like worms of the earth…" like "creeping things“. Christ’s 3-Fold Warning: (thus, there are no excuses!) Mark 9:44, 9:46, 9:48 “Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.” Thus, Eternal Suffering is Guaranteed!

God Offers Us Two Choices: 

God Offers Us Two Choices Deuteronomy 30:19 I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed (‘offspring’) may live! Ezekiel 33:11 As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for WHY will ye die? Question: Which Road, and… Which Destiny Have You Chosen?!

People Who Mocked Death: 

People Who Mocked Death JOHN LENNON OF THE BEATLES:  Some years ago, during his interview with an American magazine, he said: "Christianity will end, it will disappear.  I do not have to argue about that. I am certain. Jesus was OK, but his subjects were too simple, today WE are more famous than Him!" (1966). Later, he was shot six times!

Others Who Mocked Death: 

Others Who Mocked Death CAZUZA (Bi-sexual Brazilian composer, singer and poet): During a show in Canecï¯ ( Rio de Janeiro ), whilst smoking his cigarette, he puffed out some smoke into the air and said:  "God, that's for YOU!" He died at the age of 32 of AIDS in a horrible manner!

Others Who Mocked Death: 

Others Who Mocked Death MARILYN MONROE: She was visited by Evangelist Billy Graham during a presentation of a show. He said the Spirit of God had sent him to preach to her.  After hearing what the Preacher had to say, she said: “I DON’T NEED your Jesus!” A week later, she was found dead in her apartment!

Others Who Mocked Death: 

Others Who Mocked Death Christine Hewitt: A Jamaican journalist and entertainer, said the Bible (Word of God) was the worst book ever written. June, 2006 she was found burnt beyond recognition in her motor vehicle!

Still Others Who Mocked Death: 

Still Others Who Mocked Death BON SCOTT: The ex-vocalist of the AC/DC. On one of his 1979 songs he sang: "Don't stop me, I'm going down all the way, down the highway to Hell!" On the 19th of February 1980, Bon Scott was found dead, he had been choked to death by his own vomit!

WHICH Road? WHICH Destiny?: 

WHICH Road? WHICH Destiny? The Right Road Will Take You To The Right Place…Therefore, Faith in the LORD Jesus Christ alone will surely take you to the RIGHT place—Heaven! (Ex.: Luke 23:43, The thief on the cross—already 2,000 years in Heaven!… ) But, The Wrong Road Will Take You To The Wrong Place…Thus, No Faith in the LORD Jesus Christ will surely take you to the WRONG place— Hell! (Ex.: Luke 16:23 The rich man—already 2,000 years in Hell!…) WHICH Road Am I On? WHICH Are You On Today? “Believe on the LORD Jesus Christ and thou (you) shalt be saved!”—Acts 16:31. WHEN? 2 Corinthians 6:2b “Behold, NOW is the accepted time; behold, NOW is the day of salvation.” !