Read: John 5:17-30

He who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life. -John 5:24

A few years ago, a TV ad for life insurance showed a businessman walking across a busy
city street. He leaped for the curb as a car veered toward him.

Somewhat ruffled, he said, "That was close! I didn’t think I was going to make
it." Suddenly two men in white suits joined him on the busy street, and one of them
said, "You didn’t!"

As the three men began walking together, the business-man remarked that at least he had
peace of mind because his family was covered by insurance. But the real punchline came in
the end of the ad.

While the man and his two escorts were riding an escalator up into the clouds, he said
with relief, "I’m sure glad we’re going up!"

That last line was meant to provide some comic relief, but for the thoughtful person it
raises the serious issue of heaven and hell. It reminds us of Jesus’ words in John 5:17-30
that not all people are "going up." He said that some would experience "the
resurrection of life" and others "the resurrection of condemnation" (v.29).
Jesus is the only One who can give eternal life to all who trust in Him.

Have you considered God’s offer of salvation? Why not put your trust in Christ today?
You will then be able to say with confidence, "I’m sure glad I’m going up!"

-Martin R. De Haan II

If God is calling you today,

Then trust in Christ without delay;

Tomorrow it may be too late,

For death’s grim hand could seal your fate. -Sper

WHY WE ARE HERE IS IMPORTANT, WHERE WE ARE GONG IS MOST IMPORTANT.

OUR DAILY BREAD, Copyright 1999 by Radio Bible Class,

Grand Rapids,Michigan. Used by permission.

- Geo -

Edwardsburg, MI

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