“In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live.” – 2 Kings 20:1 KJV

Indeed, Hezekiah was ill, but that didn’t excuse him from answering to the LORD. Just as he was called by God to lead His people when he was healthy, he was expected to remain faithful to that calling until the end. Thus, he was called to leave his people with a legacy of righteousness.

Having said that, are you being true to your calling in Christ? Do you seek to honor God in all that you do? Is your house in order? If not, then you need to get right with God! For at some point death will come knocking on your door too; and whether you’re ready for it or not, it will make its claim on your soul; that is, if it is your time to go. So, if your heart isn’t right with God, then it would be wise for you to do something about that.

Jesus said, “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.” – Matthew 7:21-23 KJV

Listen, just because we think we’re doing righteous works that doesn’t mean we’re living righteously in Christ. A mere profession of faith isn’t proof that our hearts are right with God. If we say we know Jesus but have not love, then we lie, and the truth is not in us. The choices that we make throughout our lives will surely testify of the one to whom we belong, either to Satan or to Jesus Christ. Therefore seek to make the right choices, always being mindful of the presence of God. Death may be a lot closer than you realize. Don’t waste your life on vain pursuits, but seek to serve the LORD. Set your house in order.