Why fear death?

Today in church our pastor declared it to be "Sanctity of Life Sunday". I guess this is nationally celebrated, but I was unaware. I'm very prolife and regard life and protecting it second behind faith in Jesus Christ. Yet, his sermon was depressing and focused on death, the fear of it, and lamenting the sinful aspects of this life. Not inspiring or uplifting as life should be...so I had some thoughts...

Why fear death? Is it really an enemy? Or rather a catalyst for a refocus everyday? We know our time here is short...why defeat this and lament it?
Embrace it and see it as a coming hope--this eventual death allows us to see LIFE as a GIFT. Death is the beginning of our perfect life. So, in this life, everyday should be lived, praised, and rejoiced in, because He doesn't Give us long to enjoy it. So be thankful to Him for every second of it.

Rejoice!! today is the day the Lord has made and has GIVEN YOU LIFE!!