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Old Testament consequences in the New Testament times
While King Solomon stood before the people before the newly dedicated temple, he prayed for several scenarios in which they would need to pray before the temple of God’s presence. “When your people Israel are defeated before an enemy because … Continue reading
How Many Judgments of God Take Place in the End Times?
Regarding the end times, there are different scenarios and much disagreement. What follows is my understanding of what happens. I am using “judgment” in an elastic sense here, for they are happening whenever the Lord is making decisions that affect … Continue reading
Meditation: Judging in the Kingdom
Matthew 7:1-2 Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. This judging refers to condemning someone, not judging … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement
Tagged devotions, forgiveness, hypocrites, judging, judgment, Matthew, meditation, suffering
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Are we justified by faith, or by works?
James 2:14 begins a train of thought that has puzzled readers probably ever since it was written. Here is the beginning of the passage: What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have … Continue reading
Posted in The Bible
Tagged faith, good works, judgment, Mosaic Law, obedience, Revelation, reward
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Our Righteous Standing in Christ
If I were reading the articles on my web site as a new Christian, I would have felt anxious. I would have examined my life and wondered if I’m good enough, if I’m working hard enough, or if I’m committed … Continue reading
Posted in Encouragement
Tagged accountability, faith, good works, judgment, Kingdom of God, love
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Jesus’ Creation of Authorities
Jesus did not only create the seen and unseen things of the natural world, but also conceptual entities like hierarchies of authorities in heaven and earth. When we think of Him as Creator, we usually don’t go that far, do … Continue reading
Posted in Jesus, Jesus on Judgment
Tagged accountability, creation, Jesus Christ, judgment, obedience
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Called to Forgive
How important is it to forgive those who have wronged us? Jesus spelled it out for us by first telling us the horrible fate of those who offend us: Then He said to the disciples, “It is impossible that no … Continue reading
What character traits does Jesus want to see in His church when He comes again?
Or, are you ready for a reward? When I wrote my book, Ready for a Reward, I examined verses that were related to the end times which also mentioned a character value. That is, the verses had two aspects: 1. … Continue reading
Posted in Book Reviews, Jesus on Judgment
Tagged Christ's Return, end times, good works, growth, judgment, prophecy, reward
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If we are saved by grace, then why would God judge us afterward?
“Why would God judged us if we are saved?” Throughout all the statements of judgment in the Scripture, especially in the gospels and epistles, God is stating that we are responsible for our actions after we are saved. All of … Continue reading
Posted in Jesus on Judgment
Tagged accountability, Christ's Return, growth, judgment, reward, sin
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Would God punish his people in the next life?
The general idea among Christians is that since Jesus was punished for our sins, then the people of God will not face any punishment. The Bible clearly says, “Christ died for our sins.” And on the cross, Jesus said, “It … Continue reading
Posted in Jesus on Judgment
Tagged accountability, death, judgment, obedience, suffering, unbelief
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Are people completely destroyed in Hell, or do they remain conscious?
I see two striking examples of people in Hell that give us an answer. Let’s look at the longest one first, found in Luke 16. Jesus told this story to the Pharisees:
Posted in Demons, H e l l and Suffering
Tagged demons, Devil, hell, hellfire, judgment, Lazarus, Lucifer, Revelation, sheol
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Is everything really working out for our good?
We see so many things going wrong in the world today that we wonder if God is really in control as much as people seem to believe. We suffer relationship problems, money issues, physical and mental anguish, and wonder whether … Continue reading
Dying With Honor
The Bible is hard to understand in places. It’s also a thick book – who can remember it all? Therefore, many of us have ultra-simplified our theology, condensing it down to, “When I die, I go to heaven.” That’s simple … Continue reading
“Once upon a time there was an Atheist”
Some atheists claim that the Bible is full of fairy tales that Christians have contrived in order to find order, purpose, and comfort in this life. But what about the fairy tales the atheists believe? And why do they think … Continue reading
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Tagged atheists, church, creation, fairy tales, hypocrites, judgment, reward, secularism
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“I Am A Catholic!”
“I am a Baptist.” “I am a Presbyterian.” Perhaps when spiritual conversation ebbs and flows around you, at one point the tide may bring you in, and all you can say is that you are a member of a denomination, … Continue reading
Posted in Religion and Spirituality
Tagged denomination, forgiveness, judgment, obedience, religion
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“When I Die, I’ll Go to Heaven”
A lot of assumptions are found in this statement: “When I die, I’ll go to Heaven.” What’s missing? No mention is made of how you live from now until death, and no mention is made of the eternity-defining event between … Continue reading
Seeing through “The Woman in Black”
I recently watched the movie starring Daniel Radcliffe of Harry Potter fame, The Woman in Black. This was a ghost story, complete with haunted house. When it was all over, I found it odd that the incidents in the haunted … Continue reading
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Tagged Daniel Radcliffe, Devil, end times, horror film, judgment, movie, mystical, New Age, occult, Revelation, Satan, spiritual
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Would remote peoples go to @#!*% because they don’t believe in the Christian God?
I believe what is happening in the Muslim countries is happening in the remoter areas as well. A missionary letter I’ve received reported that God has been reaching out to the Muslims in dreams and visions (as foretold in Acts … Continue reading
Posted in Demons, H e l l and Suffering
Tagged @#!*%, Doubt Busters, judgment, unsaved
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What is the fear of God?
Many think that verses referring to harsh judgment were meant to be applied to the unsaved. But how did Paul see the judgment? As an incentive to get ready lest one be punished! “Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or … Continue reading
Why won’t Christians remove the beam from their own eyes so they will stop judging us?
God tells Christians to remove the beam from their own eyes so they can judge others with better understanding: “And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own … Continue reading
Will we be more prepared for judgment if we kept the sabbath?
One group of Christians which strongly makes its voice heard regarding readiness for the end times believe that we must keep the sabbath law or we will be damned – all our efforts will be for nothing. You will miss … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity
Tagged Doubt Busters, Israel, Jews, judgment, Mosaic Law, sabbath
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Taking the Opportunity
Posted in Jesus on Judgment
Tagged judgment, Matt. 10:14–15, responsibility, Sodom and Gomorrah, Word of God
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Setting Heavenly Priorities
Living with the end in view involves Setting Heavenly Priorities Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where … Continue reading
Posted in Jesus on Judgment
Tagged choices, inheritance, judgment, Matt. 6:19–21, reward, treasures in heaven, treasures on earth
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