How do we know Christ will judge the living and the dead?

The assurance of Christ's role as the judge of all is firmly rooted in Scripture. John 5:22 states, 'The Father judges no one, but has entrusted all judgment to the Son.' This promise is fulfilled at the end of the age when Christ returns in glory. Revelation 20 depicts the scene of a great white throne where all will be judged according to their works. This is also affirmed in Matthew 25:31-46, where the Son of Man gathers all nations to separate the sheep from the goats. Thus, judgment is an integral part of God’s final plan, demonstrating both His righteousness and mercy.