Is It Judgement Time?

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Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17-19 (NIV)

17 For it is time for judgment to begin with God’s household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 And,

“If it is hard for the righteous to be saved,

what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”

19 So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.

Devotion:

            In Jesus, God did not come to judge the world, but he came to save it. However, when Christ returns again, he will judge each of us. Beginning with those who call themselves Christians he will sift the actions and attitudes of each of our hearts. Even those who consider themselves saved will be judged by the just judge. We should consider ourselves warned and repent of our sinful actions and attitudes. While those who have truly received Jesus as their Savior and Lord will go on to eternal life. Even those will have their works tested by fire.

            The unbeliever or the one who is a Christian in name only will go on to eternal punishment. Remember that God is just and completely holy so he cannot allow those whose sins are not covered by the blood of Jesus spilled at the cross to enter heaven where he dwells. Those who have heard the good news about Jesus Christ and willfully chose to reject him will go on to heavy punishment. While those who never had the opportunity to hear the gospel of Jesus Christ will receive lighter punishment.

            When you ask will this judgement take place? There will be a final judgement when Jesus returns to claim his own living and dead. Where all people will receive from God the just reward for their actions in this life. Yet there is a judgement that is more immediate, when each person dies, he is judged and sent to hell or heaven depending on their relationship with Jesus. There each person awaits their final judgement. Once you have died there is no turning back. Then each person must pay the penalty or receive a reward for what they have done during this life.

            I realize these views may strike the modern ear as old fashioned or unloving, however Jesus is neither old fashioned nor unloving so I will not be either, Jesus loves you, regardless of whether you return his love or not. So please, if you do not love the Lord with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength please turn around and seek God’s face while he may be found,

Prayer:

            Father God, please let this message of your justice and mercy affect the hearts of those who need your love and mercy today. Fill us up with passion to seek those who need this message of hope and love that we may teach them your ways. Pray to receive God’s direction on how to apply God’s message to your own life today. Amen.

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