Hebrews 2:14-18 – “Since therefore the children share in flesh and blood, he himself likewise partook of the same things, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and deliver all those who through fear of death were subject to lifelong slavery. For surely it is not angels that he helps, but he helps the offspring of Abraham. Therefore he had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.”

As Christians, who struggle with sin, we sometimes forget to meditate on how great a salvation we have in Jesus.  There is no fear of death for a Christian, because with death, comes a greater reward.  Death is gain, for those who believe.  Those around us would seek a measure of happiness in this life, during their younger years, while they are able to enjoy things.  Ultimately, however, there is a great fear in them, because they know that 100% of people are going to die.  That fear leads them to live their lives in slavery to whatever happinness they can find in the world.

I believe that as Christians, we are tempted in more ways, than just blatant sin.  We are tempted to live our lives with the same fear of death that non-believers do.  My encouragement today is short.  Ask yourself how others allow their lives to be consumed by worldliness.  Now, ask yourself how your life is different.  How has the cross, and the salvation you have through Jesus, completely altered your life?  Salvation in Christ is not merely freedom from the consequences of sin, it’s freedom from your flesh’s bondange to sin, and it’s freedom from a live wasted on pursuing happiness through a world that is passing away.

Grace and Peace,
Adam