1. The Fall of Adam and Eve: In the book of Genesis, Adam and Eve disobeyed God and ate the fruit from the forbidden tree, which resulted in the downfall of mankind and the introduction of death into the world. God warned them that if they ate the fruit, they would surely die, and after they did, they were no longer allowed to live in the Garden of Eden.
2. The Death of Lazarus: In the book of John, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead after he had been dead for four days. This miracle displays Jesus’ power over death and foreshadows his own resurrection.
3. The Death and Resurrection of Jesus: The most significant story about death in the Bible is the death and resurrection of Jesus. Jesus was crucified and buried, but three days later, he rose from the dead, defeating death itself and paving the way for eternal life for all believers.
4. The Death of Stephen: In the book of Acts, Stephen was stoned to death for his faith in Jesus. Despite his brutal death, Stephen remained faithful to God and was able to forgive his attackers, demonstrating the power of a life lived in Christ even in the face of death.