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Judgment, the

God's final judgment of all humanity is a central biblical theme where Christ will separate believers from unbelievers, rewarding the righteous and condemning the wicked. This judgment is certain, just, and should motivate holy living and evangelism.

Overview

Scripture teaches that Jesus Christ will judge all people at the end of the age. The righteous will inherit the kingdom prepared for them, while the unrighteous will face eternal separation from God. This judgment is based on faith in Christ and demonstrated through how we treat others and obey God's Word.

Key Scriptures

"Then the King will say to those on his right, 'Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world'" (Matthew 25:34, ESV).

"And these will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life" (Matthew 25:46, ESV).

"As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man" (Matthew 24:37, ESV).

Application

Live faithfully knowing that Christ will judge all people, and pursue holiness and obedience to Scripture as preparation for that day.

Scripture References 15
Matthew 25:34 Matthew 25:35 Matthew 25:36 Matthew 25:37 Matthew 25:38 Matthew 25:39 Matthew 25:40 Matthew 13:40 Matthew 13:41 Matthew 13:42 Matthew 11:20 Matthew 11:21 Matthew 11:22 Matthew 11:23 Matthew 11:24
Full Topical Reference List 15 total — Nave's Topical Bible

Christ will acknowledge saints at

Matthew 25:34 Matthew 25:35 Matthew 25:36 Matthew 25:37 Matthew 25:38 Matthew 25:39 Matthew 25:40

Final punishment of the wicked will succeed

Matthew 13:40 Matthew 13:41 Matthew 13:42

Neglected advantages increase condemnation at

Matthew 11:20 Matthew 11:21 Matthew 11:22 Matthew 11:23 Matthew 11:24
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