While some people wonder about death of dying, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome teaches that for those in Christ, death holds no fear, and eternal life is a present-day reality.

 Pastor Chris Oyakhilome teaches that death holds no fear.

Many people contemplate the meaning of death and what lies beyond, but few have spoken on the subject with such clarity and authority as Pastor Chris Oyakhilome. Through his global ministry, writings, and teachings, Oyakhilome has taught millions that for the born-again believer, death is not a tragedy but a transition, not an end but the beginning of a glorious eternity with Christ.

Far from being a message of fear or sorrow, Pastor Chris presents a triumphant, victorious perspective on death—one that encourages Christians to live boldly, free from fear, and conscious of their divine nature and eternal destiny.

Understanding Death: A Spiritual Perspective from Pastor Chris

One of the most powerful aspects of Pastor Chris’ teaching is his explanation of what death truly is. Quoting scriptures like Romans 6:23 and 2 Timothy 1:10, he explains that death, in the biblical sense, is separation from God, not merely the end of physical life.

“The Christian does not die the way the world defines death,” Pastor Chris has taught. “When a believer ‘sleeps in the Lord,’ they are absent from the body but present with Christ.”

According to him, understanding death begins with understanding eternal life—the very life and nature of God that is imparted to the human spirit at the moment of salvation. This life, he says, is not something we wait for after death; it is a present-day reality.

“Eternal life isn’t a promise; it’s a gift already received,” he emphasizes in his daily devotional Rhapsody of Realities.

Victory Over Death: “We Have Passed from Death to Life”

For Pastor Chris, one of the most liberating truths in the Gospel is that the believer has already overcome death. Drawing from John 5:24, he teaches that anyone who believes in Jesus has “passed from death unto life.” In other words, the Christian is not on a journey toward eternal life—they are already living it.

This mindset transforms how believers view life and death. It means that fear has no place in the heart of the one who knows Christ. As Pastor says:

“You can’t fear death when you know you’re already living the life of God.”

This teaching is consistent across his sermons, Healing School broadcasts, Your LoveWorld Specials, and Christ Embassy global events. Whether addressing thousands at a Healing Streams Live Healing Services event or leading a monthly Global Communion Service, he continues to reinforce the truth that death has been abolished through Christ (2 Timothy 1:10).

Living with the Consciousness of Immortality

A striking theme in Pastor Chris’ teachings is the importance of spiritual consciousness—specifically, living with the awareness that eternal life is already a reality.

He often quotes 1 John 5:11–13, which reads:

“And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son.”

This consciousness, Oyakhilome explains, isn’t about denying physical realities but about elevating one’s mind to the realities of the Spirit. The more a Christian meditates on eternal life, the more that life dominates their body, their decisions, and even their health.

“You become what you’re conscious of,” Pastor Chris teaches. “If you are conscious of death, you attract fear. But if you are conscious of life, you’ll radiate divine health and peace.”

He goes further to assert that this consciousness of eternal life affects even how we live day to day: with purpose, boldness, and joy.

Death Is Not the End: A Call to Purpose

For Pastor Chris, talking about death is never about grief—it’s about vision. Understanding that this life is temporary, and that eternity is our home, changes how we approach our daily decisions. He encourages believers to live every day with eternal purpose.

“We don’t live for ourselves,” he teaches. “We live for the One who died and rose again for us.”

This sense of mission is reflected in the way Pastor Chris lives: through teaching, philanthropy, healing ministry, and the global distribution of Rhapsody of Realities in every known language. Each of these initiatives is rooted in the desire to bring people into the knowledge of eternal life through Jesus Christ.

What Happens When a Believer Dies?

One of the most comforting revelations Pastor Chris offers is what happens when a Christian “falls asleep in the Lord.” He assures believers that there is no fear, no suffering, no limbo. The believer is instantly in the presence of the Lord.

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord,” he emphasizes, quoting 2 Corinthians 5:8.

He also reminds Christians that those who have received eternal life cannot be defeated by death. Though the physical body may rest, the spirit is alive—more alive than ever, united forever with Christ.

This is why Pastor Chris often encourages Christians to rejoice, even in the face of loss, knowing that in Christ, we are never truly separated.

A Legacy That Speaks Life

Beyond his sermons and broadcasts, Pastor Chris’ enduring legacy is the lives transformed through his message of victory over death. Through the Healing School, testimonies abound of people delivered from conditions the world labeled as terminal. His life affirms what he teaches, that the power of God is greater than the grave.

Ministries like the Chris Oyakhilome Foundation International (COFI), InnerCity Mission for Children, and the LoveWorld global community reflect this deep understanding of purpose and eternity. These are not just charitable efforts; they are acts of faith, built on the reality that what we do in this life echoes into eternity.

Final Reflections: Pastor Chris on the Meaning of Life and Death

To hear Pastor Chris speak about death is to be freed from the fear of it. His teachings elevate the soul and renew the mind, shifting the conversation from despair to dominion.

He doesn’t teach Christians to ignore physical death, but to recognize it for what it is—a brief interruption before the eternal continues in a greater dimension.

“You were born again not to die, but to live forever,” he says. “You’ve received a life that’s not subject to sickness, failure, or the grave.”

This is the message he lives and preaches every day. Not one of finality; but of continuity. Not of silence; but of resurrection. Not of sorrow; but of joy everlasting.