Your covenant with death will be annulled; your agreement with the grave will not stand. Isaiah 28:18 (Isaiah 27-31)
Isaiah continually warned the people of Judah to remain faithful and not return to their sinful ways over time. One of the casual means by which men offend God is to rely on the earthly efforts of governments and principalities rather than God’s sustaining and protective power. Judah renewed their dedication, now they must remain faithful. Isaiah is very clear about the consequences of God’s judgement for those who reject His Holiness, and offers continual reminders of the blessings of obedience.
Death is not the moment your heart ceases to beat. It is separation from God for all eternity! There is no opportunity for a return from death. BUT! God has annulled death’s final say. For the faithful, there is no end. Eternity stretches out into forever for all who believe.
Obedience and faithfulness is for your own good. Don’t give up, don’t give in!
Love,
Gretchen