I just read about the recent death of your loved one. As your neighbor, I am deeply concerned about the sorrow and distress that you must be experiencing. However, I have some GOOD NEWS to share with you regarding your loss. The Bible gives the most satisfying answer to the question, "Why do men die, and what hope is there for the dead?" In this way Bible truth helps to lessen the sorrow and grief. It gives hope, and hope aids you, the mourner, to keep from losing control. Such Bible knowledge removes the apprehension one might feel from not knowing what has become of his loved one. Through the pages of the Bible the Creator enlightens one as to what hope there is for the dead to have life once again. First, why do people die? Read Romans 5:12. Second , What hope is there for the dead? John 5:28, 29. Observe that Jesus here said that "all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out" in obedience to him, the Judge who has life-giving power. This requires that there should be a resurrection of them all, that is, all the dead, good and bad, who are kept in mind to be raised. Finally, read Isaiah 25: 8,9. There is actually going to be a time when death will be swallowed up. Thus, while the death of someone you have loved may be the worst emotional experience of your life, it can be endured with the help of the bible. Also, keep busy in wholesome physical activities. Go to God in prayer. Study his Word, the Bible, to learn the reason why people die and the hope for the dead.
