The Bible describes death as being like a sheet that covers all humanity. Anyone who has lived for longer than a few years will find it impossible to deny it. Death haunts us all. Jesus Christ claims to have absolute authority over death. He’s only the one who is able to save us from its harsh reality. No other religious leader has such authority. This makes Jesus not only unique but also essential.
Jesus and the future
Luke 8:49-56
49 While he was still speaking, someone from the ruler’s house came and said, “Your daughter is dead; do not trouble the Teacher any more.” 50 But Jesus on hearing this answered him, “Do not fear; only believe, and she will be well.” 51 And when he came to the house, he allowed no one to enter with him, except Peter and John and James, and the father and mother of the child. 52 And all were weeping and mourning for her, but he said, “Do not weep, for she is not dead but sleeping.” 53 And they laughed at him, knowing that she was dead. 54 But taking her by the hand he called, saying, “Child, arise.” 55 And her spirit returned, and she got up at once. And he directed that something should be given her to eat. 56 And her parents were amazed, but he charged them to tell no one what had happened.

