Honoring Our King: A Father’s Day Tribute
Today we lift up Our Lord Yahshua (JESUS CHRIST),
a true King whose strength is rooted in faith, love, and divine purpose.
Though He ascended from our sight, His Spirit is ever-present—
woven into the rhythm of our breath, the quiet strength in our trials,
the whisper of peace in the storm.
His life was the blueprint of sacrifice, His death the doorway to eternity,
and His resurrection the anthem of hope.
He taught us to stand tall in truth,
to walk boldly in purpose,
and to trust the Father’s promises with unwavering hearts.
He showed us how to forgive, how to serve, how to love without condition.
His journey reminds us that while the body may rest,
the spirit never dies—it rises, alive and victorious in the Kingdom of Heaven.
On this Father’s Day, we honor Him—
our Protector, our Guide, our Eternal Example.
His love echoes in our spirits, strengthens our families,
and lights the path for generations to come.
May we walk in His footsteps,
carry His light in dark places,
and live lives worthy of His name.
Personal Meditation:
Today, I reflect on the promise of Jesus that some would not taste death before witnessing His kingdom. I realize this is a spiritual promise that through faith, I have crossed from death into life. This life is not a cycle of many returns but a resurrection life empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Though my body will one day return to dust, my spirit is alive in Christ, renewed daily by His Word and presence. I release all fear of death and reincarnation, trusting instead in the eternal life Yahshuah – (Jesus Christ) offers.
I choose to lose my earthly life in surrender to Him, knowing that in doing so, I find my true soul alive and secure in God’s kingdom. This is the hope and power I hold today the power of resurrection and new life through Jesus Christ. (Yahsuah) Amen.
Dedication to the Spirits of Our Fathers Who Died in Faith
We honor and remember the spirits of our fathers who have gone before us, those who remained steadfast in faith until their final breath. Though their bodies have returned to the dust, their souls live on in the presence of our Almighty God.
Thank You, Lord, for their faithfulness, their love, and the legacy of hope they have left in our hearts. May their spirits rest in Your eternal peace, embraced by Your everlasting love.
We believe in the resurrection life You promised, that they have crossed over from death to life, and now dwell with You in glory. Their journey inspires us to live boldly in faith, trusting Your power to give new life beyond this world.
May we carry their memory forward, strengthened by Your Spirit, walking in the light of Your kingdom until we are reunited.
In the name of Jesus Christ Yahshuah, our King and Emmanuel, Amen.
Prayer: Lord Jesus Yeshua, King and Emmanuel, God with us, Thank You for Your resurrection power that gives new life beyond death. Help us to understand that through You, we have crossed over from death to life. May we not seek to hold on to our earthly lives, but surrender fully to You losing our lives to find our souls. Guard us from confusion about the cycle of reincarnation, and fill us with Your Spirit, the true source of eternal life. Teach us to live by Your Word, empowered by Your Spirit, so that we may walk in the freedom of Your kingdom now and forever. In Your holy name, Amen.
Extended Reflection: Life, Death, and the Power of Resurrection Beyond Reincarnation
In exploring the promise that some will not taste death until they see the Son of Man’s kingdom, it’s important to distinguish spiritual life from physical death. Many traditions speak of souls returning in new bodies—reincarnation—as a way for spirits that have not “tasted death” to continue their journey. From a Christian perspective, however, those who believe in Christ have already crossed over from death to life (John 5:24). This crossing over is not a physical rebirth but a profound spiritual transformation through faith in Jesus Christ.
Jesus taught us:
“For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it.” (Matthew 16:25)
“Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes has eternal life.” (John 6:47)
These words of our Master, Supreme Jesus Yeshua—the King and Emmanuel, God with us—through the Holy Spirit, reveal the new life available to all who receive Him. This life is not a repetition of earthly existence in different forms but a resurrection power that brings true transformation.
The power of Christ’s resurrection should never be confused with reincarnation. Instead, it is through Him that all things become new (2 Corinthians 5:17). The resurrection shows that while our physical bodies inevitably die—as God declared in Genesis 3:19, “for dust you are and to dust you shall return”—our souls and spirits are given new life through the Word of God and the indwelling presence of Jesus.
This new life is a spiritual reality empowered by the Holy Spirit, breathing eternal life into believers, just as God breathed life into Adam (Genesis 2:7). It is a life that transcends the cycles of rebirth and death, offering eternal union with God rather than repeated earthly existence.
Thus, the journey of faith is not about returning again and again in different bodies, but about dying to the old self and living in the power of the resurrection—now and forever.
Theological Reflection: Witnessing the Kingdom Without Tasting Death of the Spirit
Jesus promised His disciples, “Some of you will not taste death until you see the Son of Man coming in His kingdom” (Matthew 16:28). This profound statement can be understood as more than physical survival—it points to a spiritual reality where some believers will experience the fullness of God’s kingdom without undergoing spiritual death, which is separation from God.
1. Not Tasting Death of the Spirit
The idea of “not tasting death” can mean remaining spiritually alive—continuously connected to God’s presence—until they witness the coming of God’s kingdom. Spiritual death is a state of separation from God, described as the consequence of sin (Ephesians 2:1, Romans 6:23). Yet, through faith, believers cross over from death to life:
- “Whoever hears my word and believes… has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life” (John 5:24).
2. Seeing the Son of Man Coming in His Kingdom
This “coming” is most likely connected to the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-9), the Resurrection (Luke 24), and the Pentecost outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2). These events reveal the power and presence of God’s kingdom breaking into the world:
- “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you” (Acts 1:8).
- “The kingdom of God is in your midst” (Luke 17:21).
3. The Spirit Returns to the Father Who Gave It
At physical death, the human spirit returns to God, its Creator:
- “Then the dust will return to the earth as it was, and the spirit will return to God who gave it” (Ecclesiastes 12:7).
This underscores the temporary nature of earthly life and the eternal origin and destiny of our spirit.
4. Spirit’s Empowerment Like John, Peter, and Ezekiel
Throughout Scripture, God’s Spirit brings life, revelation, and empowerment:
- Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones coming to life (Ezekiel 37:1-14) symbolizes spiritual restoration by the breath of God.
- John and Peter were filled with the Holy Spirit, enabling them to proclaim the gospel boldly (Acts 2:1-4; Acts 3:1-10).
This shows that the Spirit can renew and empower believers now, even before physical death, reflecting the ongoing presence of God’s kingdom within us.
Summary
The promise that some will not taste death until seeing the Son of Man’s kingdom reveals a spiritual truth: God’s kingdom can be experienced here and now through the Holy Spirit’s power. While physical death returns the spirit to God, spiritual life is sustained by the Spirit’s ongoing presence—empowering, renewing, and preparing believers for the full revelation of God’s eternal kingdom.“Son of Man coming in his kingdom” is most often understood as Jesus’ manifestation of divine authority and the arrival of God’s kingdom through these key events not just a single moment, but a process visible to His disciples.What does “Son of Man coming in his kingdom” mean?
The Final Judgment or Parousia (Second Coming)
Some interpret this phrase as referring to Jesus’ ultimate return in glory at the end of time, though since some disciples did die before that, this is often seen as a future event separate from the “not tasting death” promise.
The Transfiguration
Jesus revealed His divine glory to Peter, James, and John (Matthew 17:1-9). This event is seen as a preview of His heavenly kingdom and divine authority.
The Resurrection and Ascension
After His resurrection, Jesus’ victory over death inaugurated His kingdom in a new way — the power of life over death and sin.
Pentecost and the Coming of the Holy Spirit
The coming of the Holy Spirit empowered the disciples to spread the gospel, marking the growth of God’s kingdom on earth.
- Spiritual death in the Bible often means separation from God or a loss of spiritual life (Ephesians 2:1, Romans 6:23).
- If Jesus meant some wouldn’t experience spiritual death, it would imply they’d remain spiritually alive and connected to God, regardless of physical death.
Seeing “death” as more than physical, including spiritual death or separation from God.
While it’s not the mainstream interpretation of that verse, it enriches how we can think about Jesus’ promise: that some will remain spiritually alive to witness His kingdom.
Matthew 16:27-28 (ESV):
“For the Son of Man is going to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay each person according to what they have done.
Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.”
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