2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 159: Intermediate State

2025 DAILY DEVOTIONS 159: Intermediate State

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💁🏻 Concept: Intermediate State

The intermediate state refers to the condition of a person between death and Christ’s return. For believers, it is a conscious and joyful presence with the Lord, though not yet in the fullness of resurrection glory. It’s not the final state, but a temporary one, as we await the day when Jesus will raise our bodies in victory. This truth gives hope and comfort as we grieve, live, and wait.

📖 Bible Readings: Philippians 1:23

(2 Corinthians 5:6–8; 2 Corinthians 12:1-4; Luke 23:43; Revelation 6:9–11; John 11:25–26; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18)

👨🏻‍💻 Teachings:

1. Believers who die immediately live with Christ. 

2. The intermediate state is just a stopover.

3. We await the return of Christ and the resurrection.

💪🏼 Applications:

1. Face death without fear, but with excitement. 

2. Encourage others with the hope of resurrection.

3. Live now in light of eternity with Christ.

🎙Discussion:

How does understanding the intermediate state bring you comfort when facing death—your own or that of a loved one?

🙏🏼 Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You that death has no sting for those who are in Christ. I take comfort in knowing that when believers pass from this life, they are immediately with You. Help me not to fear death, but to live with the hope of eternal life and the promise of resurrection. When I grieve, remind me that this is not the end, and that a glorious reunion is coming. May this truth give me courage, compassion, and urgency to share the gospel with others. Keep my heart anchored in the eternal. In Jesus’ name, amen.