The apostle Paul wrote, “The time of my departure is at hand” (2 Timothy 4:6). ‘Departure’ is a nautical term that suggests shipping out, weighing anchor, slipping the lines that tether us to this world and getting underway. When we refer to a ship’s Departure, we are actually referring to the beginning of its journey, not its end.

For believers in Christ, death is not an end but a beginning. It means leaving this old world behind and getting to a better place, completing the purpose for which we were made. It’s a time for joy and excitement and a hearty “Bon Voyage!”

If Jesus is the captain of your ship, He already knows the dangers in the waters and what lies ahead. Are you ready for departure?

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