“And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age.” — Genesis 15:15
Many often say, “The Lord gives and the Lord takes,” or when someone dies young, “God has called the person.” But is it truly God’s will for His children to die young? From Scripture, the answer is clear—God desires His children to live long, fruitful lives. He promised Abraham that he would die in peace and in a good old age.
Paul’s words, “to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21), have been misunderstood. Paul was expressing his commitment to serve Christ whether in life or death, not suggesting that death can come at any time without purpose. Our lives are not accidents—we are called to multiply God’s nature on earth and fulfill His divine plan.
Some argue that Jesus did not live long, but His mission was unique. Jesus came to accomplish redemption, not to remain as a mortal man. Through His death and resurrection, He gave us eternal life in the Spirit. Now, through His Spirit in us, we are strengthened, preserved, and protected.
The Bible shows us examples of divine preservation. John was boiled in oil yet lived; Paul was beaten and shipwrecked, but God rescued him again and again. This is the power of the indwelling Spirit. Sudden death is not God’s design for His children. His will is that we finish our assignment, flourish in His purpose, and die in peace at a good old age.
Prayer
Father, thank You for Your promise of long life and peace. I refuse to accept untimely death, for You have ordained that I live to a good old age. Strengthen me by Your Spirit, preserve me from sudden destruction, and help me to fulfill my purpose on earth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Related Scriptures
- Psalm 92:14
- Psalm 91:16
- Exodus 23:26
- Isaiah 46:4
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12 September, 2025
God’s promise of a good old age
“And thou shalt go to thy fathers in peace; thou shalt be buried in a good old age.” — Genesis 15:15
Many often say, “The Lord gives and the Lord takes,” or when someone dies young, “God has called the person.” But is it truly God’s will for His children to die young? From Scripture, the answer is clear—God desires His children to live long, fruitful lives. He promised Abraham that he would die in peace and in a good old age.
Paul’s words, “to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21), have been misunderstood. Paul was expressing his commitment to serve Christ whether in life or death, not suggesting that death can come at any time without purpose. Our lives are not accidents—we are called to multiply God’s nature on earth and fulfill His divine plan.
Some argue that Jesus did not live long, but His mission was unique. Jesus came to accomplish redemption, not to remain as a mortal man. Through His death and resurrection, He gave us eternal life in the Spirit. Now, through His Spirit in us, we are strengthened, preserved, and protected.
The Bible shows us examples of divine preservation. John was boiled in oil yet lived; Paul was beaten and shipwrecked, but God rescued him again and again. This is the power of the indwelling Spirit. Sudden death is not God’s design for His children. His will is that we finish our assignment, flourish in His purpose, and die in peace at a good old age.
Prayer
Father, thank You for Your promise of long life and peace. I refuse to accept untimely death, for You have ordained that I live to a good old age. Strengthen me by Your Spirit, preserve me from sudden destruction, and help me to fulfill my purpose on earth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Related Scriptures
- Psalm 92:14
- Psalm 91:16
- Exodus 23:26
- Isaiah 46:4
