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Messages by Desiring God

Live Like Death Is Gain

Mar 20, 2024
Marshall Segal discusses making Jesus look good in life and death by enjoying Him above all else. Topics include finding joy in challenges, viewing death as gain, living for Christ, laboring for others' faith, the power of prayer, and embracing death as gain.
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  • Finding joy in Christ surpasses fear of aging or death, emphasizing a life devoted to God's glory.
  • Facing adversity with joy and dedication to advancing the gospel, exemplifying Paul's passion for magnifying God's glory.

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The Reality of Death and Growing Up

Children grapple with the concept of aging and mortality, as seen in a 7-year-old's fear of turning older than 8 due to associating age with death. The speaker reflects on personal experiences, including a father's heart attack, showcasing the sobering realization of mortality in watching loved ones face life-threatening situations.

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