In today's world of danger, fear, and uncertainty, this is a most wonderful affirmation of faith. It is a very precious promise. As long as God is our refuge, our security, we need not be afraid or worry for our lives. As long as we are in Christ, our lives belong to Him and are maintained by Him, the Sustainer of all life.

When we are in a saving relationship with Christ, nothing can separate us from His grace, which works in us to strengthen our faith and provide us with the gift of indescribable peace. Even when our mortality finally catches up with us one way or another and we depart from our activities under the sun, the hope and promise of awakening remain. Since the Lord upholds all things by the power of His word, He is more than willing and able to recall us from the dust to eternal life with Him.