Light at Sea
In the Bible, a number of prominent people who were expected to die did not. Among them was Peter, who when walking on the Sea of Galilee was miraculously kept from drowning by Jesus. Despite the overwhelming odds he faced and his utter lack of worldly resistance, the Lord reached down and saved him. In the same way, Jonah was swallowed by a great fish but ultimately spat out onto the shore of Nineveh, allowing him to deliver God’s message of repentance to the pagan city.
Other biblical figures found favor with God, who deemed that they should avoid destruction and misfortune. The apostle Paul, while frequently persecuted and anxious, felt the protection of God and was spared from death throughout his many travels. Similarly, Lot, the nephew of Abraham, was assured that his soul, his livelihood, and those of the righteous under his care, would not be taken in the destruction of the wicked cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.
These are but a few examples of individuals in the Bible and the Old Testament who escaped death’s clutches. In each case, it was clear that the Lord had a special plan for these people that he did not want to be cut short, thus preserving them from certain destruction.
As Christians, we should take comfort and hope in knowing that the Lord loves us and will protect us at all costs. He has the power to save us from even the most dire of circumstances, no matter how hopeless they may seem. That is why it is important to trust God in all things and put our faith in Him, for He is the one who will deliver us in times of trouble.
The Miracles of Moses
Moses was another prominent figure in the Bible who was blessed by God and did not die, yet was charged with a great task—leading the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt. At great risk to himself, Moses faced down Pharaoh time and time again in order to convince him to let the Hebrew people go.
With his obedience, Moses was able to lead his people out of the wilderness and towards the Promised Land. But before they could arrive in Canaan, they faced giant obstacles, with Pharaoh’s armies in pursuit, a sea before them and a desert after.
In this desperate situation, the Lord heard their cries and responded with powerful miracles. He part the Red Sea for Moses and the Israelites, allowing them to cross unharmed and making a path for them in the desert. As they moved forward, God was with them as He promised—protecting and guiding them so that they could fulfill His will.
Train Up A Child
The Bible is full of other examples of individuals who managed to escape death. One of the most significant of these is in the story of King David and his son, Absalom. At the height of a civil war between the two, Absalom was killed on the battlefield, but it was later revealed that David was given a special privilege: he was able to take his son’s lifeless body and bury it in Israel instead of leaving him in shame.
In this moment, the young man’s life was spared, if only briefly. This story reminds us that we should be careful with how we raise our children, for the Lord is just as concerned with their spiritual health as He is with their physical well-being. As parents, we must not only provide for their physical needs, but also teach them to honor the commandments of God and to live righteous lives.
A Gift of Life
There is also the story of Daniel, who was thrown into the lion’s den yet emerged unscathed due to the divine intervention of God. Similarly, three Hebrew boys, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, were thrown into a fiery furnace yet were also saved by the Lord.
These stories show us that regardless of the odds, we are never truly beyond the reach of God’s power and goodness. No matter the threat or obstacle, His mercy is vast and will reach us no matter how deep we seem to have stumbled. We should remember that there is always hope, and that even in the darkest moments, the Lord can shine His light and save those who trust in Him and put their faith in His hands.
A Commitment to God
Finally, in the Bible, we are reminded that true faithfulness to God can bring about remarkable results. In the Book of Esther, a young woman was chosen as queen of Persia, and she used her power and influence to save her people from destruction. And Abraham, despite his age, was promised a son so that he could have an heir and further spread the word of God.
These stories remind us that those who place their faith in God and remain faithful to Him, will be rewarded—be it through miraculous physical salvation, or through other means such as favor, favor with man, or the chance to help save others.
The Power To Overcome
When we consider who didn’t die in the Bible, we should take comfort in knowing that the Lord is capable of bringing us out of even the bleakest of situations. We should be reminded of the hope that comes from having faith in Him and relying upon His power.
And we should strive to be the kind of people God desires us to be—those who trust in His greatness and show His love to the world through our words and deeds. No matter our circumstance, if we commit ourselves to God and trust that He will watch over us and protect us, there is a chance for us to be saved and rise above our troubles.
The Strength to Persevere
The lives of those who did not die in the Bible provide an example to us, of God’s great power and of the strength of His will. Even in times of great difficulty, we can stay strong—trust in Him and know that He will provide an outcome.
The Bible also serves as a reminder that we should not seek after death in times of danger. Instead, we should take courage and find strength in the Lord. We should look to His faithfulness and maintain our faith in Him, no matter how dire the situation appears to be.
The Armor of Faith
In the same way that Peter, Paul, Lot, Moses, Daniel and the others were spared from death, so too can we be. If we live in faith and are guided by the Lord’s will, we can make it through even the toughtest of times.
Ultimately, we do not have to fear death, for the Lord has our best interests in mind and we can trust in His protection. We just need to keep our faith alive and take comfort in knowing that even when all hope seems lost, the Lord can still intervene and bring us from the darkness into a place of peace and light.
The Promise of Redemption
In the end, we must remember that the Lord will not abandon us when we need Him the most, and that He has the power to bring us through even the most challenging times. These stories of individuals who did not die in the Bible provide us with a powerful reminder that our lives are never beyond His reach, and that He can always be counted on to keep us safe.
We should take hope in the examples of these people and look to the promises of God, that He will always be with us and provide us with a way forward. No matter what obstacles lie in our path, with faith in Him and obedience to His will, we can overcome them and find redemption in His embrace.
