IMMITATE THEIR FAITH / ENOCH - "TRANSFERRED SO AS NOT TO SEE DEATH"

Imagine that a  view opened up before him, showing a world wholly different from the one he knew. It seemed to him that it was as beautiful as the garden of Eden, but there were no cherubs guarding it to keep humans out. Men and women - all full of health and youthful vigor-were numerous.  Peace reigned among them.  There was no trace of the hatred and religious persecution that Enoch knew only too well. As for himself, Enoch sensed Jehovah's assurance, love, and approval. He felt sure that this place  was where he belonged; it would be his home.  As peace stole over him, Enoch closed his eyes and drifted into a deep, dreamless sleep.

And there he remains to this day-asleep in death, carefully preserved in the limitless memory of Jehovah God!  As  Jesus later promised, the day will come when all those who are in God's memory will hear Christ's voice and come out of the grave, opening their eyes to a beautiful and peaceful new world. - JOHN 5:28, 29.

Would you like to be there? Imagine the thrill of meeting Enoch . Think of the fascinating things we could learn from him! He could tell us if our imaginary scenario about his final moments was close to the truth.  But there is something we urgently need to learn from him right now.  After discussing Enoch, Paul went on to say:  "Without faith it is impossible to please God well." (Hebrews 11:6)   What a powerful reason for each of us to imitate the courageous faith of Enoch! 

Next time: Is Our Time to Die Predetermined?

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