“For where there is a testament, there must also of necessity be the death of the testator. For a testament is in force after men are dead, since it has no power at all while the testator lives” (Hebrews 9:16-17).
There are three ironclad truths about a person’s last will and testament: 1) It does not go into effect until after the testator dies; 2) It can only be revised by the testator himself; and 3) When the testator dies, it is his final/authoritative will on all matters.
Each of these ironclad truths are facts of life today. They are so commonplace, they are axiomatic. No one doubts or denies them. Consider the significance of these truths in relation to God’s last will and testament.
The last 27 books of the Bible contain God’s last will and testament. This legally binding document went into effect after the death of His son—the agent by which He made it. This made all previous testament(s) null and void. It is the only legitimate document which accurately explains how anyone can become God’s son in Christ and an heir of eternal life.
The New Testament’s contents cannot legally be changed by anyone. Trying to tamper with the wording of a will is a criminal act. Therefore, anyone who strives to add to or subtract from it deserves and will receive harsh punishment (Revelation 22:18-19).
It is final. There will not be another edition. This final will and testament of God is His last and authoritative communication on the matter. Jesus is God’s beloved Son and the agent of His last will and testament; therefore, “Hear ye Him!”
