Hebrews 9:17

God's Word

A will is used only after a person is dead because it goes into effect only when a person dies.

Cross References

Genesis 48:21

Then Israel said to Joseph, “Now I’m about to die, but God will be with you. He will bring you back to the land of your fathers.

John 14:27

“I’m leaving you peace. I’m giving you my peace. I don’t give you the kind of peace that the world gives. So don’t be troubled or cowardly.

Galatians 3:15

Brothers and sisters, let me use an example from everyday life. No one can cancel a person’s will or add conditions to it once that will is put into effect.

Hebrews 9:16

In order for a will to take effect, it must be shown that the one who made it has died.

Hebrews 9:18

That is why even the first promise was made with blood.