Hebrews 9:17

For a will is valid only when people die, since it is never in force while the one who made it is living.

Brothers, I’m using a human illustration. No one sets aside or makes additions to even a human covenant that has been ratified.

Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die, but God will be with you and will bring you back to the land of your fathers.

“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Your heart must not be troubled or fearful.

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For a testament is of force after men are dead: otherwise it is of no strength at all while the testator liveth.

Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die, but God will be with you and will bring you back to the land of your fathers.

“Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Your heart must not be troubled or fearful.