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Why is judgment important for Christians?

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Judgment is crucial for Christians as it confirms God’s justice and assures believers of their eternal reward based on Christ's righteousness.

Judgment serves key purposes in the life of a Christian. Firstly, it aligns with God’s character, demonstrating His absolute justice. All believers will stand before the judgment seat of Christ, as mentioned in 2 Corinthians 5:10, which reinforces accountability for both deeds and misdeeds. Moreover, this judgment provides comfort to believers, knowing that their sins have been judged in Christ’s person. It assures us that we will inherit eternal life, not on the basis of our merit, but because of Christ's imputed righteousness. Thus, judgment reinforces our hope and encourages us to live in a manner worthy of our calling.
Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 5:10, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 11:18, Hebrews 10:14, John 16:11, Romans 8:1, 1 John 2:1-2, Matthew 25:46, Matthew 12:20, 2 Timothy 4:1, John 5:24, Hebrews 9:27, Revelation 22:12

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Matthew 12:20
J.C. Philpot · Aug 21, 2016
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