7:18, 22, 27. 1 Cor. (3) It is an expression and a proof of Gods love (Heb. 12:15b). The judgment of believers sins (Isaiah 53:48). 14:4), but Ezekiel 20:34-35 shows God brings Israel out from the nations where she has been scattered throughout the times of the Gentiles (gathers her to the last person, Ezek. And there are many passages of 6-19; Zech. For if by the transgression of the one the many died, much more did the grace of God and the gift by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ, abound to the many. 5:10; cf. 5:9-10; 1 John 2:28; Rev. 17:22; 14:30). Isaiah 38:17 Lo, for my own welfare I had great bitterness; It is Thou who hast kept my soul from the pit of nothingness, For Thou hast cast all my sins behind Thy back. This is the basis of rewards or the cause of their loss, the abiding, Christ-dependent life. Bring to light is photizo, to bring to light, make visible. Disclose is phaneroo, to manifest, reveal. The issue should be extremely clear from these two verses: The Lord will evaluate the quality and nature of every persons work. 13:12; Eph. Bible Verses about Judgment Day, Our Final Judgment. 25:1-30). Sometimes this comes in the form of various kinds of testing, trials, failure, and predicaments which He uses to correct us, to train us, and, if we have been going our own stubborn way, to increase our misery. The point, then, is this: Because of the perfect and finished nature of Christs death (note the words who died for us of verse 10), whether we are spiritually alert or not, we will live together with Him through the rapture to face the examination of the Bema. There used to be a sign in the registrars office at Dallas Seminary which read, Salvation is by grace Graduation is by works.. 6:14f; 9:20; 11:10, 18). We should not think of discipline as punishment. Though believers are under no condemnation in respect to their sins, having been justified by faith (John 3:18; 5:24; Rom. 2 Tim. 32:3-5). 24 and 25). The goal of the Christian in his life is to be pleasing to God whether in time or eternity. And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness. 4 Now to the one who works, his wage is not reckoned as a favor, but as what is due. (5) The Crown of Righteousness (2 Tim. All judgment has been placed into His hands as the perfect Son of man, Son of God, the one qualified to judge by virtue of his sinless humanity and defeat of Satan and sin through the cross (Rev. 6:17). 3:11-12. Then all opposing powers against the Lord will be dealt with in judgment (Rev. Some of these suggest the judgmental character of this period. Gods wrath against mans sin and rebellion will be withheld no longer. The judgments of this time will grow in intensity and conclude with an awesome display of Gods wrath against a Christ-rejecting world. They remind us of our responsibility to abide in the vine. What we know about rewards is given in terms that are more general than specific. The dead, great and small emphasizes that no one is exempt. At that time each will receive their praise from God.1 Corinthians 4:5 The judge at the Bema bestowed rewards to the victors. (2) Christs Judgment Unto Sins Reign; the Judgment of the Believers Sin Nature. Here each unbelievers eternal destiny is declared and determined with ample proof and reason. 5:11), of ungodly deeds (Jude 15), of deeds of darkness (Rom. If you have not, may I encourage you to read Appendix A, investigate the claims of Christ, and receive Him as your Savior by faith. The Point: Jesus who is God is our examiner and rewarder. Those who hold this view believe that the Christian will stand glorified before Christ without his old sin nature. The judgment of Genesis 3 included the loss of the perfect Edenic conditions and in its place, the curse of the earth with its often extreme weather conditions, disease, thorns, and the warfare with Satan and his hosts (cf. 3:7, 10-12). Rev. Isa 42:1-Matt 12:20 4. 12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is able to save and destroy. An interesting and important passage to this study is Acts 24:15-16 because in this passage Paul implicitly made reference to two judgments which are closely related. Because Christ has born our judgment by being made a curse in our place: Romans 5:1 Therefore having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. Some people are troubled by the doctrine of rewards because this seems to suggest merit instead of grace, and because, it is pointed out, we should only serve the Lord out of love and for Gods glory. John 3:16-18 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. Part of this removal occurs through the Tribulation judgments themselves (Rev. Note that the text says and the books (plural) were opened, and another book (singular) was opened, which is the Book of Life. We have two sets, the books and the book which is mentioned again in verse 15a. As with all Christians, you need fellowship with other believers in a Bible teaching church, personal time daily in Gods Word and regularly with other believers in a Bible teaching setting during the week. This is not the final judgment mentioned in Revelation 20:11-15 which is limited to only the unbelieving world. (5) Loss of Desire and Motivation for Service. (b) The voice of the verb is passive. This judgment proves them sinners and in need of the righteousness which God freely gives through faith in Jesus Christ. Then God will open the books. Again, for the church this means the event of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Psalm 23:1-6ESV / 118 helpful votes HelpfulNot Helpful A Psalm of David. 6:17, italics added). The principle here is that Jesus Christ died for their sins no matter how evil that He might forgive them and give them a righteousness from God that they may have a perfect standing before God. This means we must each come to God the same wayas a sinner who recognizes his sinfulness, repudiates any form of human works for salvation, and relies totally on Christ alone by faith alone for our salvation. This is the second death, the lake of fire. Self-interest in Gods way is legitimate. The Bible teaches us that God loves all people and wants to bring them into a harmonious relationship with Himself. Self-centeredness or selfishness is preoccupation with self at the expense of others and Gods will in ones life. Both sections being with a judge from a wealthy family, but while Othniel is associated with the God-fearing Caleb, Jephthahs father beds a prostitute. Unconfessed sin stands as a barrier to fellowship with the Lord and His control over ones life. Matthew 24-25 set the chronology and thus the time. 15 And if anyones name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. 29 For he who eats and drinks, eats and drinks judgment to himself, if he does not judge the body rightly. 2:12-14 [note the emphasis on good works]). (2) It is part of the training process by which Gods children are brought into the experience of Gods holiness (Heb. (13) It is a time of global and universal war, human and angelic (Rev. Believers are judged at the Judgment Seat of Christ ( Romans 14:10-12 ). This crown is a reward given for faithfulness to use our gifts and opportunities in the service of the Lord and for loving His appearing. The graduates do not leave the auditorium weeping because they did not earn better grades. To love His appearing is to live in the light of it. 3 Samuel Hoyt, The Judgment Seat of Christ in Theological Perspective, Part 1, Bibliotheca Sacra, January-March, 1980, electronic media. 14:12-14; Ezek. WebJustice in the Bible (328 instances) A B C D E F I J M O P S 328 occurrences in 12 translations 'Justice' in the Bible 1. 3:10-15 with 9:24-27). Rewards become one of the great motives of the Christians life or should. Jesus talks about hell more than he talks about heaven, and describes it more vividly. The ten plagues against Egypt at the time of the exodus were mighty acts of judgment (Exodus 7:4) against a stubborn, cruel king and an idolatrous people and their gods (Exodus 12:12). The text reads: Acts 24:15-16 having a hope in God, which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. Jesus took this judgment upon Himself by His crucifixion and death. (2) It is a time of Gods wrath or indignation and the vindication of Gods holinessZeph. (8) It is a time of utter negative volition and rebellion (2 Thess. There are several judgments mentioned in the Bible. This is the good news of the Bible, the message of the gospel. What becomes the issue for us today? 12:11). Key Verses on Rewards: Rom. Through the Scriptures and the remnant of His people, He has taught man that he must have Gods righteousness, that God is of purer eyes than to approve evil or to accept or look upon wickedness (Hab. This book also reveals that even when men do not have the written Word, they have the law of God written in their hearts (Rom. Though salvation is by grace and through faith, the saved who come out of the Great Tribulation will be identified by their works in befriending their Jewish brothers. (4) The Great Day, the one of their wrath (Rev. The Tribulation judgments (Matt. There are two separate judgments. Furthermore, we are called upon to make judgments in the sense of evaluations when it comes to selecting elders and deacons, or in dealing with those who have fallen into sin (1 Tim. (4) The Crown of Life (Jam. To his own master he stands or falls; and stand he will, for the Lord is able to make him stand. (3) The Crown of Exultation or Rejoicing (1 Thess. Psalm 103:12 As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us. This is clear from the context and the analogy to the Greek athletic games. 8:1, 13-17), they are subject to judgment at the Judgment seat of Christ in relation to their works. How do we know who falls into the category of swine, those incapable of appreciating the truth, if we do not make certain judgments? He would just be delighted to be there and do what he was doing. (6) The Crown of Glory (1 Pet. This is the second death, the lake of fire. The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. Though katheudo was used of physical sleep and even death, it was also commonly used of spiritual apathy or carnal indifference to spiritual matters, and this is clearly the context of chapter 5. First, he will use the lifelong record of sin to It is called white because it will be the supreme and undimmed display of the perfect righteousness and justice of God to all mankind. The only exception is the person of Jesus Christ who, through the virgin birth, escaped the sin problem that is normally passed down from generation to generation. 1 Peter 2:24 and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed. 17). God gives us salvation. The judgment of the Nation of Israel (Matt. 2:15). (5) In Scripture, the church is viewed as the heavenly kingdom and a universal priesthood. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. 2 Lewis Sperry Chafer Systematic Theology, Vol. These verses show we cannot come into judgment. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. 6:8; 2 Tim. (3) A Graduate at Commencement. Matt 23:23-Rev 19:11 Gen 18:19 Tools There are two separate judgments. The real issue is whether ones name is in the Book of Life, not ones deeds. After discussing the immoral man, the moral man, and the religious man in Romans 1:18-3:8, the Apostle Paul declares that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin, that there is none righteous, not even one, and all have sinned and come short of the glory of God (Rom. All sinful deeds, thoughts, and motives, as well as all good deeds done in the energy of the flesh will be consumed like wood, hay, and stubble before a fire because they are unworthy of reward. 15:17; Jn. Such would be inconsistent with the finished work of Christ on the cross because He totally paid the penalty for our sins. 5:1; 8:1; 1 Cor. How many times is 'I' mentioned in the Bible? 25:21; Lk. This crown is a reward promised to Elders for faithfulness in the discharge of their responsibilities in shepherding the people. Now these facts will become evident to each individual and proven without question. 8:18-22; Eph. Daniel 9:24-27 shows us that the Tribulation, Daniels Seventieth week, is seven years. The sea and death (i.e., the ground) contain the bodies and Hades contains the souls. Thumos (noun, 8 times): this is often used of humans in very strong, often bad sense; it is used of God only as a synonym for org very few times or in the Revelation. Nor are pleasure and enjoyment illegitimate experiences. 30:7; Dan. Compare the following passages: 1 Corinthians 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me did not prove vain; but I labored even more than all of them, yet not I, but the grace of God with me. He will, likewise, be without guilt because he has been declared righteous. Gen 18:19-Psa 54:1 2. The judge at the Bema bestowed rewards to the victors. 11:28f; cf. It is called great because of the awesome intensity and the degree of its importance. Two things: (a) This describes all the crowns. 18); militarily (Joel 3:2, 9-14; Rev. When we fail to deal with our sinful ways through honest confession, we grieve the Spirits person and quench His power in our lives. Believers are judged at the Judgment Seat of Christ ( Romans 14:10-12 ). Such a concept (punishment for sin) erroneously disparages the all-sufficiency of Christs death on the cross.13 Christ paid the penalty for the believers pre- and post-conversion sins. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. (1) In Luke 14:12-14, reward is associated with the resurrection and the rapture is when the church is resurrected. Before God, we all stand naked, helpless, and hopeless in ourselves. Grand Total: 42 times, used of God. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21: He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. 12:5f and 1 Cor. Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. Some crucial questions are: Why are we brought before the Bema? For the Christian, the future reality of this event should cause deep concern because of the many (including some of our friends and relatives) who will face this throne of judgment because they never received the Savior by faith. This word was taken from Isthmian games where the contestants would compete for the prize under the careful scrutiny of judges who would make sure that every rule of the contest was obeyed (cf. 6:1; 9:14), of unfruitful deeds (Eph. Dan. Romans 3:19 Now we know that whatever the Law says, it speaks to those who are under the Law, that every mouth may be closed, and all the world may become accountable to God; Romans 5:12-15 Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all sinned 13 for until the Law sin was in the world; but sin is not imputed when there is no law. 12:10). Sin always has its consequences and the Doctrine of the Judgments calls our attention to both the reality and nature of the consequences of sin. 4:5f; 2 Cor. 4:16); (3) the resurrection of tribulation period saints (Rev. 3 Let not him who eats regard with contempt him who does not eat, and let not him who does not eat judge him who eats, for God has accepted him. 9:24-25). (4) Our Spiritual Gifts. It is great because it is the final judgment and puts an end to all judgment for all time. There the laurel wreath was placed on his head as a symbol of victory (cf. Some of the Christians at Corinth were being externally religious. Ezek. 1 Peter 3:18: For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, in order that He might bring us to God, having been put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit. Jn. There are two separate judgments. 11 Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. It means to remain in Him from the standpoint of drawing on His life as the source of ours and then to obey Him out of that relationship of dependence. This is no more a punishment than when a student turns in a worthless assignment and receives an F or a D. His poor work results in a just grade or recompense. Discipline from God is the gracious work of a Father to train and develop His children. Matt. It is not to judge believers for sin of any kind, confessed or unconfessed. 5:9f; 1 John 2:28; 1 Thess. Such would be inconsistent with the finished work of Christ on the Cross because He totally paid the penalty for our sins. The Bible tells us that there will come a time when every person shall stand before God to face final judgment ( Hebrews 9:27 ). This crown is a reward given for witnessing, follow-up, and ministry to others. The emotional condition of the redeemed is that of complete and unending happiness. The refusal to accept the truth destroys the power to discriminate between truth and error.1. WebFor judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment. 10:1-4; Phil. 3:6-15). 4 Who are you to judge the servant of another? 5:8). Not only did Christ die for our sin as the Lamb of God (John 1:29), but He died to break the reign of sin in the lives of those who put their trust in Him as their Savior. This he said, signifying what death he should die." Of course we should serve the Lord out of love and for Gods glory, and understanding the nature of rewards will help us do that. Abide in Him. Abide is a synonym for fellowship which is the subject of the book (1:3-7). This would be somewhat punitive and does not fit the concept of the Bema nor the promises of the Lord that we will not come into judgment. 10 Lewis Sperry Chafer, Systematic Theology, Vol. In Matthew 25, Jesus tells of a time when people will be separated into two groups, one entering into his presence, the other banished to eternal fire.. Whereas the former judges section boasts four major judges, the latter section only includes twohalf as many. Emphasis is placed on the fact that each Christian must give an account of his life before the omniscient and holy Christ. Right now I receive Him as my personal Savior by trusting in Him alone as my only way to heaven. 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about; but not before God. (14) It is a time of unprecedented evangelism (Rev. We will each be enthralled with God and our glorified state. His name will be in the book of life of the Lamb that was slain. 24:29-31). They maintain the seriousness of the examination and yet emphasize the commendation aspect of the judgment seat. 15 If any mans work is burned up, he shall suffer loss; but he himself shall be saved, yet so as through fire. The very desire to escape eternal damnation is a legitimate and urgent self-interest. This verse undoubtedly refers to the Bema and shows there will be both boldness as a result of abiding, and shame before the Lord as a result of failing to abide. Carnal believers have no vision other than their own personal agendas and selfish goals (cf. The Cross And Unjust Suffering (1 Peter 2:19-25), 5. Rev. According to Romans 1:18-32, when men turn away from the knowledge of God revealed so vividly in creation, God, as an expression of His holy wrath, turns men over to their own devices and foolish imaginations. Awards are handed out to every Christian. But this sorrow must be somewhat relative because even for the finest of Christians there will be some things worthy of unceasing remorse in the light of Gods unapproachable holiness. (12) It is a time of martyrdom of believers (Rev. We may rule over galaxies, celestial bodies, the heavens, and definitely over angels, and the world (cf. But even this will be Gods judgment and the expression of His wrath. As a result, a number of things occurred: (1) they were making a mockery of the significance and meaning of the Lords supper (11:27); (2) they were experiencing personal discipline by the Lord which existed in three conditions, evidently progressively so (11:30, 32); and though not mentioned here, (3) they were producing wood, hay, and stubblethey were losing rewards (1 Cor. The point is the Great White Throne Judgment does not occur on earth or in heaven as we know it, but somewhere beyond, perhaps in extreme outer space. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. The judgment begins to be carried out in chapter 3 and it is carried out further. Nobody bats 1000 no matter how good they may appear to men. 6:2-3; 4:8). When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it. It is discipline designed to train and bring believers back to a walk with God. (5) The Promise of Special Responsibilities and Authority of the Lords Possessions (cf. Theres no denying that Jesus knew, believed, and warned against the absolute reality of hell. The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. Revelation 7:14 shows us that salvation in the Tribulation (as in the church age) is through faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. 1 Corinthians 11:31 Verse Concepts But if we judged ourselves rightly, we would not be judged. Appears refers to the rapture which leads quickly into the Bema. The order is: At the end of the Tribulation, the Lord Jesus will return personally to earth (Zech. WebFor judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment. 1:13a). A few times the NIV translates it as fury in Revelation. 9 Lewis Sperry Chafer, Major Bible Themes: 52 Vital Doctrines of the Scripture Simplified and Explained, rev. 12:2; Isa. 5:1-14). Will there be great sorrow? But (2) Scripture also uses it of a very special and future time of tribulation that is to come upon the whole earth (Matt. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. Matthew 12:36 Verse Concepts We may have confidence. Confidence is parrhesia and means courage, boldness to speak. Point: Though none of us are perfect or ever will be, still, faithfulness to abide and obey the Lord will give confidence of rewards. 11 Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Why? If God were to punish the believer judicially for his sins for which Christ has already rendered payment, He would be requiring two payments for sin and would therefore be unjust. 24:9, 21, 29; Mark 13:19, 24; Rev. The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. (2) The Incorruptible Crown (1 Cor. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. But God promises judgment in chapter 2 if they eat the forbidden fruit (Genesis 2:1617). In August of 2001 he was diagnosed with lung cancer and on August 29th, 2002 he went home to be with the Lord. Jesus said in John 12:31-33, "Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out. 12:1-2; Matt. There is the glorification of living believers in glorified bodies, the resurrection of those believers who have died in the Lord also in glorified bodies, and the translation of both to meet the Lord in the air. 32:3-4). 24:41). For a summary of three major views, let me quote Samuel L. Hoyt from Bibliotheca Sacra. As Amos 3:3 says, can two walk together unless they be agreed? Obviously the answer is no. 20:5-6). The Lordis my shepherd; I shall not want. So the order of events will be (a) the rapture which includes our glorification or resurrection bodies, (b) exaltation into the heavens with the Lord, (c) examination before the Bema, and (d) compensation or rewards. It is from Goda time of divine wrath. 19:17-19; 22:29-30; Rev. Hebrews 10:17-18 And their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more. The 7 Judgments of God. At that time each will receive their praise from God.1 Corinthians 4:5 There are a number of passages that refer to the negative aspects of the Bema which need to be mentioned and explained. 4:4-6, 22). Within the church, there exists a good deal of confusion and disagreement concerning the exact nature of the Bema. His salvation will be secured by the blood of Christ. So, the book of works will contain a record of all the unbelievers deeds, good and bad, to demonstrate the truth of Romans 3:23, for all have sinned and fall (continually miss the mark) short of the glory (perfect holiness) of God. All fall short of Gods perfect righteousness and have therefore no basis upon which to stand accepted (justified) before a holy and just God. 19:2, 5). 3 And why do you look at the speck that is in your brothers eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? The same thing happens in the life of believers, but God brings discipline to stop the process. Thumos (noun, 8 times): this is often used of humans in very strong, often bad sense; it is used of God only as a synonym for org very few times or in the Revelation. Because Christ alone is worthy and because we can only be fruitful when we abide in Him allowing His life to fills ours, we will all cast our crowns before Him in recognition that all we have done is by His grace. At the Great White Throne Judgment the Book of Life is produced to show that the participants name was not found written in the Book of Life because of their rejection of Jesus Christ. 11:32); in his standing before God, and on the ground that the penalty for all sinpast, present, and future (Col. 2:13)has been borne by Christ as the perfect Substitute, the believer is not only placed beyond condemnation, but being in Christ is accepted in the perfection of Christ (1 Cor. Or, to put it another way, it is a record of those who have not rejected Gods plan of salvation and have responded to Christ in faith; for these their faith is reckoned for righteousness and their sins have not been imputed to them (Rom. Will believers experience shame, grief, remorse at the Bema? Isaiah 44:22 I have wiped out your transgressions like a thick cloud, And your sins like a heavy mist. WebA stream of fire issued and came out from before him; a thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him; the court sat in judgment, and the books were opened. 19:17-19; and Dan. Condemned along with the world in 1 Corinthians 11:32 most likely refers to the judgment of Rom. The crown is not eternal life which is a gift through faith alone in Christ alone (Jn. Since the Savior has died for the sin of the world (1 John 2:2), the ultimate issue is the sin of unbelief or rejection of Christ. Answer. Added to this are the declarations of the following verses of Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast. Discipline designed to train and bring believers back to a walk with God all time life or should can. Light is photizo, to bring to light, make visible or cause. 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Though believers are under no condemnation in respect to their sins, having been justified by faith (John 3:18; 5:24; Rom. 2 Tim. 32:3-5). 24 and 25). The goal of the Christian in his life is to be pleasing to God whether in time or eternity. And Abraham believed God, and it was reckoned to him as righteousness. 4 Now to the one who works, his wage is not reckoned as a favor, but as what is due. (5) The Crown of Righteousness (2 Tim. All judgment has been placed into His hands as the perfect Son of man, Son of God, the one qualified to judge by virtue of his sinless humanity and defeat of Satan and sin through the cross (Rev. 6:17). 3:11-12. Then all opposing powers against the Lord will be dealt with in judgment (Rev. Some of these suggest the judgmental character of this period. Gods wrath against mans sin and rebellion will be withheld no longer. The judgments of this time will grow in intensity and conclude with an awesome display of Gods wrath against a Christ-rejecting world. They remind us of our responsibility to abide in the vine. What we know about rewards is given in terms that are more general than specific. The dead, great and small emphasizes that no one is exempt. At that time each will receive their praise from God.1 Corinthians 4:5 The judge at the Bema bestowed rewards to the victors. (2) Christs Judgment Unto Sins Reign; the Judgment of the Believers Sin Nature. Here each unbelievers eternal destiny is declared and determined with ample proof and reason. 5:11), of ungodly deeds (Jude 15), of deeds of darkness (Rom. If you have not, may I encourage you to read Appendix A, investigate the claims of Christ, and receive Him as your Savior by faith. The Point: Jesus who is God is our examiner and rewarder. Those who hold this view believe that the Christian will stand glorified before Christ without his old sin nature. The judgment of Genesis 3 included the loss of the perfect Edenic conditions and in its place, the curse of the earth with its often extreme weather conditions, disease, thorns, and the warfare with Satan and his hosts (cf. 3:7, 10-12). Rev. Isa 42:1-Matt 12:20 4. 12 There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, the one who is able to save and destroy. An interesting and important passage to this study is Acts 24:15-16 because in this passage Paul implicitly made reference to two judgments which are closely related. Because Christ has born our judgment by being made a curse in our place: Romans 5:1 Therefore having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. Some people are troubled by the doctrine of rewards because this seems to suggest merit instead of grace, and because, it is pointed out, we should only serve the Lord out of love and for Gods glory. John 3:16-18 For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life. Part of this removal occurs through the Tribulation judgments themselves (Rev. Note that the text says and the books (plural) were opened, and another book (singular) was opened, which is the Book of Life. We have two sets, the books and the book which is mentioned again in verse 15a. As with all Christians, you need fellowship with other believers in a Bible teaching church, personal time daily in Gods Word and regularly with other believers in a Bible teaching setting during the week. This is not the final judgment mentioned in Revelation 20:11-15 which is limited to only the unbelieving world. (5) Loss of Desire and Motivation for Service. (b) The voice of the verb is passive. This judgment proves them sinners and in need of the righteousness which God freely gives through faith in Jesus Christ. Then God will open the books. Again, for the church this means the event of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Psalm 23:1-6ESV / 118 helpful votes HelpfulNot Helpful A Psalm of David. 6:17, italics added). The principle here is that Jesus Christ died for their sins no matter how evil that He might forgive them and give them a righteousness from God that they may have a perfect standing before God. This means we must each come to God the same wayas a sinner who recognizes his sinfulness, repudiates any form of human works for salvation, and relies totally on Christ alone by faith alone for our salvation. This is the second death, the lake of fire. Self-interest in Gods way is legitimate. The Bible teaches us that God loves all people and wants to bring them into a harmonious relationship with Himself. Self-centeredness or selfishness is preoccupation with self at the expense of others and Gods will in ones life. Both sections being with a judge from a wealthy family, but while Othniel is associated with the God-fearing Caleb, Jephthahs father beds a prostitute. Unconfessed sin stands as a barrier to fellowship with the Lord and His control over ones life. Matthew 24-25 set the chronology and thus the time. 15 And if anyones name was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire. 29 For he who eats and drinks, eats and drinks judgment to himself, if he does not judge the body rightly. 2:12-14 [note the emphasis on good works]). (2) It is part of the training process by which Gods children are brought into the experience of Gods holiness (Heb. (13) It is a time of global and universal war, human and angelic (Rev. Believers are judged at the Judgment Seat of Christ ( Romans 14:10-12 ). This crown is a reward given for faithfulness to use our gifts and opportunities in the service of the Lord and for loving His appearing. The graduates do not leave the auditorium weeping because they did not earn better grades. To love His appearing is to live in the light of it. 3 Samuel Hoyt, The Judgment Seat of Christ in Theological Perspective, Part 1, Bibliotheca Sacra, January-March, 1980, electronic media. 14:12-14; Ezek. WebJustice in the Bible (328 instances) A B C D E F I J M O P S 328 occurrences in 12 translations 'Justice' in the Bible 1. 3:10-15 with 9:24-27). Rewards become one of the great motives of the Christians life or should. Jesus talks about hell more than he talks about heaven, and describes it more vividly. The ten plagues against Egypt at the time of the exodus were mighty acts of judgment (Exodus 7:4) against a stubborn, cruel king and an idolatrous people and their gods (Exodus 12:12). The text reads: Acts 24:15-16 having a hope in God, which these men cherish themselves, that there shall certainly be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked. Jesus took this judgment upon Himself by His crucifixion and death. (2) It is a time of Gods wrath or indignation and the vindication of Gods holinessZeph. (8) It is a time of utter negative volition and rebellion (2 Thess. There are several judgments mentioned in the Bible. This is the good news of the Bible, the message of the gospel. What becomes the issue for us today? 12:11). Key Verses on Rewards: Rom. Through the Scriptures and the remnant of His people, He has taught man that he must have Gods righteousness, that God is of purer eyes than to approve evil or to accept or look upon wickedness (Hab. This book also reveals that even when men do not have the written Word, they have the law of God written in their hearts (Rom. Though salvation is by grace and through faith, the saved who come out of the Great Tribulation will be identified by their works in befriending their Jewish brothers. (4) The Great Day, the one of their wrath (Rev. The Tribulation judgments (Matt. There are two separate judgments. Furthermore, we are called upon to make judgments in the sense of evaluations when it comes to selecting elders and deacons, or in dealing with those who have fallen into sin (1 Tim. (4) The Crown of Life (Jam. To his own master he stands or falls; and stand he will, for the Lord is able to make him stand. (3) The Crown of Exultation or Rejoicing (1 Thess. Psalm 103:12 As far as the east is from the west, So far has He removed our transgressions from us. This is clear from the context and the analogy to the Greek athletic games. 8:1, 13-17), they are subject to judgment at the Judgment seat of Christ in relation to their works. How do we know who falls into the category of swine, those incapable of appreciating the truth, if we do not make certain judgments? He would just be delighted to be there and do what he was doing. (6) The Crown of Glory (1 Pet. This is the second death, the lake of fire. The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. Though katheudo was used of physical sleep and even death, it was also commonly used of spiritual apathy or carnal indifference to spiritual matters, and this is clearly the context of chapter 5. First, he will use the lifelong record of sin to It is called white because it will be the supreme and undimmed display of the perfect righteousness and justice of God to all mankind. The only exception is the person of Jesus Christ who, through the virgin birth, escaped the sin problem that is normally passed down from generation to generation. 1 Peter 2:24 and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed. 17). God gives us salvation. The judgment of the Nation of Israel (Matt. 2:15). (5) In Scripture, the church is viewed as the heavenly kingdom and a universal priesthood. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. 2 Lewis Sperry Chafer Systematic Theology, Vol. These verses show we cannot come into judgment. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. 6:8; 2 Tim. (3) A Graduate at Commencement. Matt 23:23-Rev 19:11 Gen 18:19 Tools There are two separate judgments. The real issue is whether ones name is in the Book of Life, not ones deeds. After discussing the immoral man, the moral man, and the religious man in Romans 1:18-3:8, the Apostle Paul declares that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin, that there is none righteous, not even one, and all have sinned and come short of the glory of God (Rom. All sinful deeds, thoughts, and motives, as well as all good deeds done in the energy of the flesh will be consumed like wood, hay, and stubble before a fire because they are unworthy of reward. 15:17; Jn. Such would be inconsistent with the finished work of Christ on the cross because He totally paid the penalty for our sins. 5:1; 8:1; 1 Cor. How many times is 'I' mentioned in the Bible? 25:21; Lk. This crown is a reward promised to Elders for faithfulness in the discharge of their responsibilities in shepherding the people. Now these facts will become evident to each individual and proven without question. 8:18-22; Eph. Daniel 9:24-27 shows us that the Tribulation, Daniels Seventieth week, is seven years. The sea and death (i.e., the ground) contain the bodies and Hades contains the souls. Thumos (noun, 8 times): this is often used of humans in very strong, often bad sense; it is used of God only as a synonym for org very few times or in the Revelation. Nor are pleasure and enjoyment illegitimate experiences. 30:7; Dan. Compare the following passages: 1 Corinthians 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me did not prove vain; but I labored even more than all of them, yet not I, but the grace of God with me. He will, likewise, be without guilt because he has been declared righteous. Gen 18:19-Psa 54:1 2. The judge at the Bema bestowed rewards to the victors. 11:28f; cf. It is called great because of the awesome intensity and the degree of its importance. Two things: (a) This describes all the crowns. 18); militarily (Joel 3:2, 9-14; Rev. When we fail to deal with our sinful ways through honest confession, we grieve the Spirits person and quench His power in our lives. Believers are judged at the Judgment Seat of Christ ( Romans 14:10-12 ). Such a concept (punishment for sin) erroneously disparages the all-sufficiency of Christs death on the cross.13 Christ paid the penalty for the believers pre- and post-conversion sins. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. (1) In Luke 14:12-14, reward is associated with the resurrection and the rapture is when the church is resurrected. Before God, we all stand naked, helpless, and hopeless in ourselves. Grand Total: 42 times, used of God. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21: He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. 12:5f and 1 Cor. Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. Some crucial questions are: Why are we brought before the Bema? For the Christian, the future reality of this event should cause deep concern because of the many (including some of our friends and relatives) who will face this throne of judgment because they never received the Savior by faith. 
This word was taken from Isthmian games where the contestants would compete for the prize under the careful scrutiny of judges who would make sure that every rule of the contest was obeyed (cf. 
6:1; 9:14), of unfruitful deeds (Eph. Dan. Romans 3:19 Now we know that whatever the Law says, it speaks to those who are under the Law, that every mouth may be closed, and all the world may become accountable to God; Romans 5:12-15 Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into the world, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men, because all sinned 13 for until the Law sin was in the world; but sin is not imputed when there is no law. 12:10). Sin always has its consequences and the Doctrine of the Judgments calls our attention to both the reality and nature of the consequences of sin. 4:5f; 2 Cor. 4:16); (3) the resurrection of tribulation period saints (Rev. 3 Let not him who eats regard with contempt him who does not eat, and let not him who does not eat judge him who eats, for God has accepted him. 9:24-25). (4) Our Spiritual Gifts. It is great because it is the final judgment and puts an end to all judgment for all time. There the laurel wreath was placed on his head as a symbol of victory (cf. Some of the Christians at Corinth were being externally religious. Ezek. 1 Peter 3:18: For Christ also died for sins once for all, the just for the unjust, in order that He might bring us to God, having been put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit. Jn. There are two separate judgments. 11 Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. It means to remain in Him from the standpoint of drawing on His life as the source of ours and then to obey Him out of that relationship of dependence. This is no more a punishment than when a student turns in a worthless assignment and receives an F or a D. His poor work results in a just grade or recompense. Discipline from God is the gracious work of a Father to train and develop His children. Matt. It is not to judge believers for sin of any kind, confessed or unconfessed. 5:9f; 1 John 2:28; 1 Thess. Such would be inconsistent with the finished work of Christ on the Cross because He totally paid the penalty for our sins. The Bible tells us that there will come a time when every person shall stand before God to face final judgment ( Hebrews 9:27 ). This crown is a reward given for witnessing, follow-up, and ministry to others. The emotional condition of the redeemed is that of complete and unending happiness. The refusal to accept the truth destroys the power to discriminate between truth and error.1. WebFor judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment. 10:1-4; Phil. 3:6-15). 4 Who are you to judge the servant of another? 5:8). Not only did Christ die for our sin as the Lamb of God (John 1:29), but He died to break the reign of sin in the lives of those who put their trust in Him as their Savior. This he said, signifying what death he should die." Of course we should serve the Lord out of love and for Gods glory, and understanding the nature of rewards will help us do that. Abide in Him. Abide is a synonym for fellowship which is the subject of the book (1:3-7). This would be somewhat punitive and does not fit the concept of the Bema nor the promises of the Lord that we will not come into judgment. 10 Lewis Sperry Chafer, Systematic Theology, Vol. In Matthew 25, Jesus tells of a time when people will be separated into two groups, one entering into his presence, the other banished to eternal fire.. Whereas the former judges section boasts four major judges, the latter section only includes twohalf as many. Emphasis is placed on the fact that each Christian must give an account of his life before the omniscient and holy Christ. Right now I receive Him as my personal Savior by trusting in Him alone as my only way to heaven. 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about; but not before God. (14) It is a time of unprecedented evangelism (Rev. We will each be enthralled with God and our glorified state. His name will be in the book of life of the Lamb that was slain. 24:29-31). They maintain the seriousness of the examination and yet emphasize the commendation aspect of the judgment seat. 15 If any mans work is burned up, he shall suffer loss; but he himself shall be saved, yet so as through fire. The very desire to escape eternal damnation is a legitimate and urgent self-interest. This verse undoubtedly refers to the Bema and shows there will be both boldness as a result of abiding, and shame before the Lord as a result of failing to abide. Carnal believers have no vision other than their own personal agendas and selfish goals (cf. The Cross And Unjust Suffering (1 Peter 2:19-25), 5. Rev. According to Romans 1:18-32, when men turn away from the knowledge of God revealed so vividly in creation, God, as an expression of His holy wrath, turns men over to their own devices and foolish imaginations. Awards are handed out to every Christian. But this sorrow must be somewhat relative because even for the finest of Christians there will be some things worthy of unceasing remorse in the light of Gods unapproachable holiness. (12) It is a time of martyrdom of believers (Rev. We may rule over galaxies, celestial bodies, the heavens, and definitely over angels, and the world (cf. But even this will be Gods judgment and the expression of His wrath. As a result, a number of things occurred: (1) they were making a mockery of the significance and meaning of the Lords supper (11:27); (2) they were experiencing personal discipline by the Lord which existed in three conditions, evidently progressively so (11:30, 32); and though not mentioned here, (3) they were producing wood, hay, and stubblethey were losing rewards (1 Cor. The point is the Great White Throne Judgment does not occur on earth or in heaven as we know it, but somewhere beyond, perhaps in extreme outer space. More than 99.9% of his life will be sin. The judgment begins to be carried out in chapter 3 and it is carried out further. Nobody bats 1000 no matter how good they may appear to men. 6:2-3; 4:8). When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it. It is discipline designed to train and bring believers back to a walk with God. (5) The Promise of Special Responsibilities and Authority of the Lords Possessions (cf. Theres no denying that Jesus knew, believed, and warned against the absolute reality of hell. 
The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. Revelation 7:14 shows us that salvation in the Tribulation (as in the church age) is through faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God. 1 Corinthians 11:31 Verse Concepts But if we judged ourselves rightly, we would not be judged. Appears refers to the rapture which leads quickly into the Bema. The order is: At the end of the Tribulation, the Lord Jesus will return personally to earth (Zech. WebFor judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment. 1:13a). A few times the NIV translates it as fury in Revelation. 9 Lewis Sperry Chafer, Major Bible Themes: 52 Vital Doctrines of the Scripture Simplified and Explained, rev. 12:2; Isa. 5:1-14). Will there be great sorrow? But (2) Scripture also uses it of a very special and future time of tribulation that is to come upon the whole earth (Matt. This is a narrative telling of the wrath of God. Matthew 12:36 Verse Concepts We may have confidence. Confidence is parrhesia and means courage, boldness to speak. Point: Though none of us are perfect or ever will be, still, faithfulness to abide and obey the Lord will give confidence of rewards. 11 Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Why? If God were to punish the believer judicially for his sins for which Christ has already rendered payment, He would be requiring two payments for sin and would therefore be unjust. 24:9, 21, 29; Mark 13:19, 24; Rev. The word love is very prominent in the New Testament. (2) The Incorruptible Crown (1 Cor. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. But God promises judgment in chapter 2 if they eat the forbidden fruit (Genesis 2:1617). In August of 2001 he was diagnosed with lung cancer and on August 29th, 2002 he went home to be with the Lord. Jesus said in John 12:31-33, "Now is the judgment of this world: now shall the prince of this world be cast out. 12:1-2; Matt. There is the glorification of living believers in glorified bodies, the resurrection of those believers who have died in the Lord also in glorified bodies, and the translation of both to meet the Lord in the air. 32:3-4). 
24:41). For a summary of three major views, let me quote Samuel L. Hoyt from Bibliotheca Sacra. As Amos 3:3 says, can two walk together unless they be agreed? Obviously the answer is no. 20:5-6). The Lordis my shepherd; I shall not want. So the order of events will be (a) the rapture which includes our glorification or resurrection bodies, (b) exaltation into the heavens with the Lord, (c) examination before the Bema, and (d) compensation or rewards. It is from Goda time of divine wrath. 19:17-19; 22:29-30; Rev. Hebrews 10:17-18 And their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more. The 7 Judgments of God. At that time each will receive their praise from God.1 Corinthians 4:5 There are a number of passages that refer to the negative aspects of the Bema which need to be mentioned and explained. 4:4-6, 22). Within the church, there exists a good deal of confusion and disagreement concerning the exact nature of the Bema. His salvation will be secured by the blood of Christ. So, the book of works will contain a record of all the unbelievers deeds, good and bad, to demonstrate the truth of Romans 3:23, for all have sinned and fall (continually miss the mark) short of the glory (perfect holiness) of God. All fall short of Gods perfect righteousness and have therefore no basis upon which to stand accepted (justified) before a holy and just God. 19:2, 5). 3 And why do you look at the speck that is in your brothers eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? The same thing happens in the life of believers, but God brings discipline to stop the process. Thumos (noun, 8 times): this is often used of humans in very strong, often bad sense; it is used of God only as a synonym for org very few times or in the Revelation. Because Christ alone is worthy and because we can only be fruitful when we abide in Him allowing His life to fills ours, we will all cast our crowns before Him in recognition that all we have done is by His grace. At the Great White Throne Judgment the Book of Life is produced to show that the participants name was not found written in the Book of Life because of their rejection of Jesus Christ. 
11:32); in his standing before God, and on the ground that the penalty for all sinpast, present, and future (Col. 2:13)has been borne by Christ as the perfect Substitute, the believer is not only placed beyond condemnation, but being in Christ is accepted in the perfection of Christ (1 Cor. Or, to put it another way, it is a record of those who have not rejected Gods plan of salvation and have responded to Christ in faith; for these their faith is reckoned for righteousness and their sins have not been imputed to them (Rom. Will believers experience shame, grief, remorse at the Bema? Isaiah 44:22 I have wiped out your transgressions like a thick cloud, And your sins like a heavy mist. WebA stream of fire issued and came out from before him; a thousand thousands served him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him; the court sat in judgment, and the books were opened. 19:17-19; and Dan. 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