Biblical Answer

The Value of Living in Light of Death

When faced with the reality of mortality, it's natural to feel discouraged and wonder what's the point of even trying. The question seems to be: "If I'm going to die young, what's the use of striving for anything?" However, from a biblical perspective, our understanding of death and the afterlife should give us hope and motivation to live a life that honors God.

The Bible reminds us that our time on earth is short, and we should make the most of it (Psalm 90:12). It's not about living in fear of death, but about living in light of eternity. When we understand that our lives are not our own, but are a gift from God, we should be motivated to use our time wisely. We should strive to become more like Jesus, to reflect His character, and to live a life that brings glory to God (Matthew 5:48). This is not about trying to earn our way to heaven, but about responding to God's love and grace in our lives.

In fact, the Bible says that God is able to do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine, including granting us eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 3:20). When we come to the end of our lives, we will either be with God or without Him. The choice is ours, and it's a choice that we should take seriously. Rather than giving up or feeling hopeless, we should ask God to help us live a life that is pleasing to Him, and to give us the strength and courage to face whatever challenges come our way. As the Bible says, "I can do all this through him who gives me strength" (Philippians 4:13).