Podcasts about great white throne

What if Revelation 20 doesn't show TWO judgments… but ONE powerful Day of Judgment REPLAYED from Heaven's vantage point?In this final installment, we prove that John is not fast-forwarding 1,000 years into a second judgment — he's rewinding to complete the SAME DAY already seen.

Revelation 21

The world as we know it won't last forever But there's hope—God promises a brand new heaven and earth, free from pain, fear, and evil. Jesus is coming to make everything new, to reign with justice, and to live with His people forever.Come hear what eternity with God really looks like—and why it's something to look forward to.

Revelation 21

How do we KNOW if we are going to Heaven? In this kickoff episode of the Run to Win series, Pastors Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo, Paul Cunningham, and guest Rich Froning dive into what it means to live with eternal purpose. From unpacking the Bema Seat vs. the Great White Throne judgment to reacting to President Trump's recent comments about Heaven, this episode explores grace, salvation, humility, and how to run your spiritual race with discipline and focus. Don't miss Rich's powerful testimony and the challenge to live not for applause, but for the eternal prize.

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

The Bible paints two very different endings.One brings fear—destruction for those who reject God. The other brings hope—honor and eternal life for those who follow Jesus. He is coming back to make everything right.Join us as we unpack what this means and how we can live in confidence, not fear.

by Elder Buddy Abernathy (preached on July 2, 2025) In the final verses of Revelation 20, we read about the Great White Throne Judgment. After a review of the first half of this chapter, Elder Buddy Abernathy takes us to this final judgment and shows us how God will judge those who are not His...

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

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Continuation of Zechariah study (chapter 2). Connection to previous teaching on the Feast of Tabernacles—God's appointed times foreshadow His redemptive plan. Emphasis: Jesus is the only perfect role model; all others fall short. Key Vision: The Measuring Line Zechariah sees a man measuring Jerusalem. Message: Jerusalem will expand beyond walls, inhabited with abundance. God Himself promises to be a wall of fire around Jerusalem and glory within it. Points forward to the New Jerusalem (Revelation) where God is the light and dwelling place. Prophetic Themes God's Set Times & Plan The feasts are God's appointments, not just Israel's. Fulfilled in Jesus' first coming; final fulfillment awaits His return. God's plan is global: from a lamb for one (Isaac) → family (Passover) → nation (Levitical priesthood) → whole world (Christ). Judgment on Nations Nations opposing Israel touch “the apple of God's eye” and will face judgment. Zechariah links closely with Revelation and Daniel: warnings of Babylon (world system) and call to “come out” from it. America and modern nations risk falling into Babylon's errors of pride, wealth, and forgetfulness of God. Messiah's Coming & Millennial Kingdom Jesus will dwell among His people; many nations will join the Lord. Three main judgments: Judgment Seat of Christ – believers' works judged, not salvation. Sheep & Goats Judgment – survivors of tribulation separated (Matthew 25). Great White Throne – final judgment of unbelievers. Natural people will survive into the Millennium; children born then must choose Christ. Some will still rebel, even with direct access to Jesus. Millennial Realities Long life restored; judgment executed swiftly by Christ ruling with a rod of iron. Feast of Tabernacles continues during the Millennium—nations refusing to honor it will suffer drought. Satan will be bound for 1,000 years, then released briefly to deceive again, before final destruction. Warnings & Applications Human rebellion: Even in perfect conditions with Christ present, some will still reject Him—showing the depth of human pride and sin. True justice: God's judgment is righteous, unlike human corruption; He sees hearts and thoughts. Modern relevance: America, like Israel, risks judgment by forgetting God, trusting in wealth, and opposing His purposes. Encouragements Believers' sins are covered and forgotten in Christ—salvation brings complete forgiveness. History and prophecy confirm God's sovereignty: His Word and His promises always come to pass. Psalm 2 reminds us: though nations rage, God laughs at their plans. Christ will reign as King of Kings. Closing Prophecy read from 2020: America missed her day of visitation; the world is descending toward its appointment with the Creator. Urgent call: Prepare for God's appointments, trust Christ fully, and remain faithful. Ended with the Lord's Prayer.

The return of Jesus isn't just the end of the story. It is the pinnacle of God's victory and the beginning of our eternal hope. In Revelation 19, we see both the Great War that brings judgment and the Grand Wedding that brings joy. For the enemies of God, it is a moment of fear. But for the Church, it is the long-awaited union with our victorious King.Jesus will return in royalty, victory, and majesty. He is the Groom coming for His Bride.

The end…Or is it?What if the end is actually a promise of a new beginning, where all things are made right?All strife, all pain, all tears will come to an end— each one standing before the Great White Throne, without fear, but with assurance of grace.This future marks the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus—in this we live with hope and purpose now in the present.

The end…Or is it?What if the end is actually a promise of a new beginning, where all things are made right?All strife, all pain, all tears will come to an end— each one standing before the Great White Throne, without fear, but with assurance of grace.This future marks the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus—in this we live with hope and purpose now in the present.

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

When you think about the end of the world, what's the first thing that comes to mind?For many, the idea of an "ending" often evokes feelings of sadness or even fear. But there's a truth that offers an entirely different perspective.For believers, the end isn't something to dread.Instead, facing Jesus at the Great White Throne is something to look forward to with great joy and hope.This is because the end of this age marks the end of all hopelessness, death, and sin-and the beginning of an eternity with our Lord and Savior, Jesus-who loves you so dearly.

Was the kingdom of God already present when Jesus walked the earth? Did the disciples receive the Holy Spirit before Pentecost—or at Pentecost? And what does it mean that the dead will be judged according to their works? Join Jim Scudder on InGrace as he unpacks these challenging Bible questions.

Zechariah – Session 1: “He Whom the Lord Remembers” Key Verse: “Return to me, and I will return to you, says the Lord of hosts.” (Zechariah 1:3) Main Points Zechariah's Background Name means “He whom Jehovah remembers.” Of priestly descent, called as a youth. Ministry followed Haggai, encouraging Israel to rebuild the temple. God's Call to Repentance Renewal begins with turning back to God. Example: Prodigal Son — the father waited for his return. God's promise: Return to Me, and I will return to you. Visions of Hope Horses among the Myrtle Trees: angels patrol the earth, reporting it is at rest. God reassures: He is zealous for Zion and will restore Jerusalem. God's Word Stands Forever Prophets and fathers pass away, but God's word never fails. All will give account: believers at the Bema Seat, unbelievers at the Great White Throne. Jerusalem at the Center of Prophecy 1967: Jerusalem returned to Jewish control — a key prophetic marker. Jerusalem is God's chosen city, the hinge of end-time prophecy, and the place of Christ's return. Christ Foreshadowed Joseph's story parallels Jesus: rejected, exalted, recognized first by Gentiles. At Christ's return, Israel will “look upon Him whom they pierced.” Takeaways Return to God daily. Repentance is the doorway to renewal. Steward what God entrusts. Children, blessings, and gifts all belong to Him. Stay watchful. God's plan is unfolding precisely; Jerusalem is the prophetic focal point. Live with gratitude. Gentiles have been grafted in by God's mercy. Application: Be ready, live repentant, and keep your eyes on God's Word and His plan. “He whom Jehovah remembers” — and He remembers you.

The meeting opened with a prayer of gratitude for God's love and protection. The discussion focused on John 8:31-32, emphasizing how continuing in Jesus' word leads to true freedom. The conversation explored spiritual hierarchy, pastoral duties, discipleship, and the importance of daily spiritual nourishment. Biblical examples, including Paul's ministry and Israel's gathering of manna, were used to illustrate commitment, obedience, and growth in Christ. Participants reflected on fellowship, accountability, and the role of spiritual leaders, concluding with prayers of thanksgiving for God's faithfulness and protection.Themes:Freedom through continuing in Christ's word (John 8:31-32)Spiritual hierarchy and the role of spiritual fathers (James 3:1)Paul's ministry commitment and perseverance (Acts 20:24; 2 Cor. 11)Pastoral duties and vigilance in the Church (Acts 20)Daily spiritual nourishment and humility (Israel gathering manna)Fellowship and prioritizing God's word over personal interestsBiblical teachings on final judgment and evaluation of worksDiscipleship, spiritual growth, and community encouragementScripture References:John 8:31-32; James 3:1; Acts 20:24; 2 Corinthians 11; Psalm 119:105; Revelation (Bema seat and Great White Throne); Various passages on weeping and godly sorrow

The renouncing in Titus 2:12 - is it a past event or something ongoing? My pastor told me that if we don't have enough fruit, we will be burned up at the Great White Throne! My 19-year-old son is sleeping with his girlfriend. What can I do?

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King Jesus Returns G'day and welcome to Partake! We are now on day 30 of our series "Glimpses", looking at the story of the Bible in 30 days - from the time of creation through to the time of the fullness of redemption! Today we conclude this series, looking at when, as King Jesus Himself promised, that He would "come again". For believers in Jesus Christ, living almost 2000 years after Jesus spoke these words in Revelation 22v7, "Behold, I am coming soon", this is their hope. When will King Jesus come? Jesus frequently said during his earthly life, things like "I will come back and take you to be with me" (John 14v3). The angels after Jesus' ascension said to the disciples "Jesus will come back the same way He went to heaven" (Acts 1v11). When will this occur? No-one knows (Matthew 24v36) but we do know it will be unexpected (1 Thessalonians 5v1-3), that there will be events preceding His coming (Matthew 24) and occur after the gospel has been preached in the whole world (Matthew 24v14). What we also know is that believers are to be alert, ready, waiting, watching and working for God's kingdom (Matthew 24v42-44). His people, His church of all believers, are to be alert, self-controlled and encouraging each other (1 Thessalonians 5v6-8, 11)! Why will King Jesus return? Jesus sayt that will come to judge the antichrist and his followers (Revelation 16v12-16, 19v11-16)! Jesus will come to bind Satan (Revelation 20v1-3). Secondly, He will come to judge all of humanity (Matthew 25v31-46; Joel 3v11-17). Finally, Jesus Christ will come and set up an earthly kingdom for 1,000 years (Revelation 20v2-7). Two Different Views Unsurprisingly there are many different views about this event, but there are two main schools of thought. They are Amillenialism & Premillenialism. Amillenial View - Primarily a figurative/spiritual interpretation. This view sees the Old Testament promises to Israel are being fulfilled in the church. The Millennium is the reign of Christ in the Church - the new Israel. The Church is already experiencing tribulation. Premillenial View - Christ will return to set up His kingdom on earth for 1000 years (Revelation 19v1-7). God promises to Israel of restoration, a future king and temple will await fulfilment. God has a separate programme for the Church. His coming is when Jesus Christ returns to take His people to be with Him (1 Thessalonians 4v16). The dead in Christ are raised and the living are changed (1 Corinthians 15v51-54) His coming to Earth will be to the Mount of Olives (Zechariah 14v4; Acts 1v11) with power and glory (Matthew 24v30) and everyone will see Him. What does Church History say? The view of the church for the first 200 years was that of a literal return of Jesus Christ, 1000 years after the coming of the Holy Spirit. Early church leaders such as Papias, Irenaeus and Justin Martyr taught this, and these men were not far removed from the Apostle John. Origen promoted the figurative (spiritual) method of interpretation and Augustine developed an Amillenial view, identifying the Church with the fulfilment of the Old Testament promises to Israel and this became official Roman Catholic doctrine. Many scholars later returned to the Premillenial (literal) view after the Reformation. Resurrection! King Jesus will come suddenly, bringing destruction while people are saying ‘peace and safety' (1 Thessalonians 5v1-3). The bodily resurrection of the dead, both believers and unbelievers, is clearly taught in the Bible (John 5v28-29; Acts 24v15). Jesus' own resurrection is the guarantee of the resurrection of believers (1 Corinthians 15v20-22) At their resurrection, believers will have bodies changed into those like Jesus' glorious body (1 Corinthians 15v49; Philippians 3v21; 1 John 3v2), that wont be made of flesh and blood (1 Corinthians 15v50ff) and not just partly spiritual (Luke 24v39; 1 Corinthians 15v42, 53)! For those who are unbelievers, they will be resurrected (John 5v28-29) and cast into the lake of fire! What is the timing of these two resurrections? The first Resurrection will occur when Jesus Christ comes in the air to take his believers and followers (1 Corinthians 15v23; 1 Thessalonians 4v16). The second Resurrection, will be of the unsaved and unbelievers (Revelation 20v5, 11-13). Both believers and unbelievers will face judgement! Judgment Comes! There is a certainty of judgment for all people and King Jesus will judge the whole world with justice and mercy (Acts 17v31). Every human who has ever lived is destined to die once and after that to face judgment (Hebrews 9v27). Who is the Judge? - God is the judge of all the earth (Hebrews 12v23) and God the Father has given all judgment to Jesus Christ, God the Son (John 5v22-27) Judgment of believers: Believers and followers of King Jesus will not be judged for their sin, because that has been judged (Isaiah 53v4-6; 1 Peter 2v24) when they started believing in Jesus as the Messiah and King! They will be judged for their works and have to give an account to God (Romans 14v10) of what they have done with what they were given (2 Corinthians 5v10). The quality of work will be tested (1 Corinthians 3v11-15) and motives will be exposed - either things were done for God's glory (1 Corinthians 4v4-5) or for their own glory. Rewards may be gained or lost (1 Corinthians 3v14-15) and includes various crowns! There is the incorruptible crown (1 Corinthians 9v25), the crown of glory (1 Peter 5v4) the crown of righteousness (2 Timothy 4v8) the crown of rejoicing (1 Thessalonians 2v19) and finally the crown of life (James 1v12) Judgment of unbelievers: These people will stand before The Great White Throne of Judgment (Revelation 20v11-15) and as they didn't respond to Jesus' call of salvation, they will be cast into the lake of fire with satan and his angels (Revelation 20v15; Matthew 25v41). This punishment is everlasting (Matthew 25v46). Heaven and Hell Then there is talk of two places: heaven and hell. What are heaven and hell like? Both are physical places where every person will be in one or the other. It is either heaven or hell. King Jesus spoke of the reality of a literal hell more than anybody else! 1. Hell Characteristics Everlasting fire and punishment (Matthew 25v41-46) Constant and outer darkness (Matthew 8v12) Everlasting destruction (2 Thessalonians 1v9) Lakes of fire (Revelation 19v20) It is prepared for Satan and his demons (Matthew 25v41; 2 Peter 2v4); the wicked (Revelation 21v8) and the disobedient (Romans 2v8-9). It is for all those who openly rejected Jesus Christ during their earthly life (Matthew 10v14-15). 2. Heaven As opposed to this place of Hell, there is Heaven! Characteristic of heaven will be: Joy (Luke 15v7-10), Rest (Revelation 14v13), Peace (Luke 16v19-25), Righteousness (2 Peter 3v12), Service (Revelation 7v15), Reward (Matthew 5v11-12), Inheritance (1 Peter 1v4), Glory (Romans 8v17-18)! Martin Luther exclaimed that heaven is "full of laughter!" This is prepared for all believers in Jesus Christ and therefore have their names recorded in the Book of Life (Malachi 3v16-18; Philippians 4v3) as they will be declared righteous (Matthew 5v20), obedient (Revelation 22v14) and holy (Revelation 19v8) Heaven is described as a House (John 14v2), a Kingdom (Matthew 25v34) a Paradise (2 Corinthians 12v2-4) and a Holy City (Revelation 21v2) There will be a new heaven and a new earth to replace the old heaven and old earth! This is the fullness of redemption, the whole story of the Bible that we have been looking at in this series. Do you know where you stand? Are you a believer or unbeliever? What now? If you are not yet a believer, you can respond to King Jesus today and then you will not be without an excuse when it comes your time to face Him as your judge! He is ready and willing to take you as His own - right now. If you want to become a Christian believer right now, there are three simple steps to follow. Firstly, admit that you have done wrong against God and His ways. Secondly, believe and trust in Jesus. Call on Him, receive, trust, obey and worship Him, recognizing Him for who He is and what He has done. Lastly, confess Jesus as your Lord and Saviour. Once sin has been confessed, and Jesus is believed in and trusted as Saviour, then you are a Christian believer. Now you are ready as Peter writes in the Bible, "to grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ" (2 Peter 3:18). Welcome to the family of God. Let us know if you have taken this step! Thank you! Tap or click here to download as a MP3 audio file

“Judge not…” We quote it, meme it, even weaponize it—but do we live it? In this week's installment of Red Letters, Neil unpacks Jesus' often-misunderstood directive and shows how it can revolutionize our relationships.Neil starts by dismantling the myth that Christians must never make moral evaluations. Jesus Himself commands us to “judge with right judgment” (John 7:24). The real issue is hypocrisy—holding others to a microscope while gazing at ourselves through rose-tinted glasses. Using the unforgettable “speck and log” metaphor, Neil exposes how selective vision poisons marriages, friendships, and churches.From there he explores three biblical judgments: the Great White Throne for unbelievers, the loving discipline believers experience now, and the future judgment of rewards. Knowing God is Judge frees us from playing the role badly ourselves.Neil then walks through three common pitfalls of fault-finding: acting on partial information, assuming motives, and dredging up sins that Jesus already buried beneath His blood. He challenges us to replace a critical spirit with humble self-examination, gracious speech, and Spirit-directed timing—recognizing that not every heart is ready to receive “pearls.”Along the way you'll hear practical stories, clarifying Scriptures, and a call to action: identify one area where you're quick to criticize and ask the Holy Spirit to transform it into compassion. Whether you're a long-time believer or exploring faith, this message will help you cultivate relationships marked by authenticity and grace.Watch the full teaching, dive into the discussion questions, and share the message with someone who could use freedom from both giving and receiving judgment. Subscribe for more content from Trinity Community Church as we continue walking through Jesus' own words in Red Letters.We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee.Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more!Find us on Facebook & Instagram

Our study in the book of the Revelation of Jesus Christ finishes out chapter 20 in verses 11 thru 15. Thank you for listening along with us here on the Unchanging Word Bible Broadcast.Acts 17:31 tells us that "God has fixed a day in which He will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom He has appointed and of this he has given proof to all by raising Him from the dead", that is, Jesus is that Man.In verses 11 - 15 the Apostle John describes the great white throne judgment where the dead are judged.Here is Dr. Mitchell Revelation 20:11-15.

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Steve Elkins are fielding a question on eschatological timing. When do certain judgment events happen? When is the “Great White Throne”judgment? When does the “Judgment Seat of Christ” take place? Thank you for listening and keep grace in focus!

Join us again tonight. The Endtime series continues but we are close to the end. Great White Throne, The Big Beautiful Bill, Israel and more.

Have you ever heard a well-known teacher or a close friend share a new revelation they claimed came from God, but something about it made you feel uncomfortable or unsure? You couldn't determine exactly why, but a warning signal went off in your spirit, alerting you that something wasn't right. In The Foundational Doctrines of Christ, Pastor Greg Mohr reveals the importance of being firmly rooted in six key doctrines clearly outlined in Scripture. These biblical truths are essential for every believer, as they help you discern and eliminate false teachings. When you understand and apply these foundational doctrines, you'll not only be equipped to recognize and resist deception, but you'll also be positioned to receive God's guidance and strength to fulfill His calling and purpose for your life.

This week, Pastor Brian Carroll walks us through one of the most sobering and powerful scenes in all of Scripture—the Great White Throne of Judgment. Revelation 20 paints a vivid picture of Satan's final rebellion, his ultimate defeat, and the eternal consequences for those whose names are not written in the Book of Life.Despite the terrifying imagery of the lake of fire, there is hope—real hope—for those who belong to Christ. Pastor Brian reminds us that God's judgment is perfect, His wrath is just, and His mercy is offered freely through Jesus. The question that echoes through this message is simple and eternal: Is your name in the Book?Now, let's turn our attention to this week's sermon entitled “The Lake” from Revelation chapter 20, verses 7 through 21.

In Revelation 20:7-15 we learn that God's plan is for Jesus to be the judge of his enemies and the justifier of his people.

The Final Judgment. In our system of justice, we officially don't know whether you're guilty or innocent, until after the trial and verdict. And sometimes we don't really know whether you're guilty or innocent, even after that! In God's system, those who are righteous by faith have already been judged in our Representative. There's another trial awaiting those who are trusting in their own merits. It's the last thing that happens before God remakes the world: the Great White Throne judgment. Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS05302025_0.mp3Scripture References: Revelation 20:7-21:8

Is expecting a “heavenly reward” the same thing as the prosperity gospel?In this episode of the podcast, we explore what the Bible says about heavenly rewards and why living with an eternal perspective changes everything.When life is hard, obedience feels costly, and your faith goes unnoticed—God sees it all. The pain you endure and the faithfulness you choose are not wasted. There is a purpose beyond the temporary, and Scripture promises that eternal rewards in heaven are waiting for those who don't give up.If you've ever wondered, “Is it worth following Jesus?” or “Does God reward us for staying faithful?”—this episode will encourage you to live for what matters most.

End Times Prophecy: Judgment at the Great White Throne Revelation 20:7-15

In this week's message, Pastor Tom unpacks James 2:12–13, reminding us of the certainty of coming judgment—and the triumphant power of mercy. Drawing from both the Great White Throne and the Judgment Seat of Christ, he explores what it means to live in view of eternity. We're called not only to receive God's mercy through Christ but to do mercy—actively showing compassion to others. Judgment is real, but mercy triumphs. Pastor Tom invites us to live faithfully under the law that gives freedom, reflecting Christ's love in action.

Send us a textWhat happens when we die? More importantly, what happens after that? These questions lie at the heart of Christian theology, yet misconceptions abound even among devoted believers. Diving deep into passages like John 5:25-29, we uncover the biblical teaching on resurrection—both spiritual and physical. The spiritual resurrection happens now when dead souls come alive through faith in Christ. This "first resurrection" is our regeneration, protecting us from the second death. But there's also a future bodily resurrection where all humanity will stand before one throne.Many have been taught that Christians will be raptured in a separate resurrection event, with unbelievers facing judgment 1,000+ years later. Scripture tells a different story. From Daniel 12:2 to Acts 24:15, the Bible consistently describes one general resurrection where both righteous and unrighteous rise together—but with dramatically different outcomes.The Great White Throne judgment isn't a separate event from the Bema Seat of Christ—they're the same judgment viewed from different perspectives. Like at Pentecost where some heard clear gospel proclamation while others heard only "babbling," judgment day will be experienced differently depending on which side you're on.Perhaps most sobering is the truth about eternal separation. Biblical "death" never means non-existence—it means separation. Just as physical death separates body and soul temporarily, eternal death means permanent separation from God's goodness while continuing to exist forever. There's no annihilation, no eventual reprieve, not even a moment's respite from divine judgment.These aren't abstract theological concepts but urgent realities that should provoke us to action. Christ's resurrection guarantees our own—either to glory or condemnation. Which will it be for you?Support the show

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The image of a throne is explicitly political in Revelation. It reflects the Roman Imperial Court. The first century Jesus followers knew something about standing before this throne for not participating in emperor worship. John subverts the image and reverses the roles. He portrays a judgment without partiality. This time it is all about actions.

Pontius Pilate knew Jesus was innocent, yet he chose to placate the people rather than release Him. But the courage he lacked, you can show today. Notes: Focus verses - John 18, 19 By definition, a coward is someone who lacks the courage to face difficult or painful things. Pontius Pilate saw an angry crowd that threatened his position.He was more afraid of the consequences than he was of God. #1 The Prefect Meets the PerfectJohn 18:28-38 Jesus, the PERFECT Son of God stands before Pontius Pilate, the Roman appointed PREFECT Governor of Judea. Prefect Governor means he was a military focused governor. The religious leaders knew exactly what they were doing when they brought Jesus to Pilate. The man known for using power harshly becomes hesitant and weak when confronted by Jesus. “What is truth?” Jesus was the incarnation of truth. Read verse 37.Jesus came to bring truth. Truth divides. Like Pilate, we all must make a decision regarding Jesus. Neutrality is not an option. Pilate attempts to appeal to the crowd logically, in an attempt to get Jesus released. #2 Pilate BlinksJohn 18:39-19:6 Just like Neville Chamberlain blinked in the face of tyranny, Pilate blinks in the face of Truth. He knows Jesus is innocent.But instead of releasing Jesus, he tries to placate the people. Pilate offers the crowd a choice: Jesus or Barabbas. No better picture of the gospel than this right here. The cross Barabbas was to die on was already constructed, the arrangements were made, and he had hours left to live. Barabbas was guilty, but Jesus was innocent. This is what Jesus has done for us.We’ve committed a crime by violating God’s commands, we’re guilty, and the penalty is death. But God made a way for us to be delivered out of death, out of our guilt, and that’s what Jesus ultimately did on the cross. 2 Corinthians 5:21 Jesus took Barabbas’ place on that cross. The crowd chooses Barabbas. Pilate didn’t need any Passover custom to release an innocent man, he just needed to do what was right. When the crowd decided against Jesus, he thought he might have one more trick up his sleeve. He released Barabbas, and scourged Jesus in hopes it'd satisfy the angry crowd. Pilate brought Jesus out one final time. He thought that if he give the crowd a little bit of what they want they’ll be happy, they’ll change their minds, they’ll reverse course.Pilate blinked. He thought he could use diplomacy and compromise to get himself out of a difficult position. Compromise doesn’t calm the mob, it fuels it. Compromise is part of life.But when it comes to THE Truth, when it comes to Christ, compromise should not be part of the equation. To compromise on who Jesus is, is to invent another Jesus. Only the real Jesus saves. Pilate’s appeasement of the crowd is not just a political failure—it’s a picture of what happens when leaders, Christians, and even churches try to compromise truth to satisfy the demands of culture. If you play both sides, offering a little truth, softened by a lot of concession and mix in some human empathy, and you end up with the crucifixion. A complete and utter rejection of everything Jesus is and was. We cannot untether EMPATHY from TRUTH. Just because someone feels a certain way does not mean we abandon truth. As Christians we are called to offer COMPASSION not COMPROMISE. Let’s bring this message to a close now. Read John 19:12–16 #3 Pilate judged the Judge. Pilate crucifies Him.The fear of man outweighed the fear of God. Jesus threatened to disrupt Pilate’s cushy role, and so he gave in to peer pressure and he judged the Judge. In Revelation 20 at the Great White Throne judgement, the judged will face the Judge. Pilate symbolically washed his hands of Jesus.But you cannot wash yourself of your sins. You either receive Him or reject Him. “You are either for me or against me.” Have you trusted Jesus as Savior and made Him the Lord of your life? The courage that Pilate lacked, you can show today. Jesus said "Everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven" (Matthew 10:32 NLT) We are just like Barabbas.Guilty and headed for judgement.But Jesus came in, not accidentally, but intentionally and took that punishment we deserved and He died on a cross for our sin. Like those soldiers around Jack Lucas, he dove on those grenades and absorbed their destruction, that’s what Jesus did for us!He absorbed God’s righteous judgement and drank the cup of His wrath that was going to be poured out on us because of our spiritual rebellion against God. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pontius Pilate knew Jesus was innocent, yet he chose to placate the people rather than release Him. But the courage he lacked, you can show today. Notes: Focus verses - John 18, 19 By definition, a coward is someone who lacks the courage to face difficult or painful things. Pontius Pilate saw an angry crowd that threatened his position.He was more afraid of the consequences than he was of God. #1 The Prefect Meets the PerfectJohn 18:28-38 Jesus, the PERFECT Son of God stands before Pontius Pilate, the Roman appointed PREFECT Governor of Judea. Prefect Governor means he was a military focused governor. The religious leaders knew exactly what they were doing when they brought Jesus to Pilate. The man known for using power harshly becomes hesitant and weak when confronted by Jesus. “What is truth?” Jesus was the incarnation of truth. Read verse 37.Jesus came to bring truth. Truth divides. Like Pilate, we all must make a decision regarding Jesus. Neutrality is not an option. Pilate attempts to appeal to the crowd logically, in an attempt to get Jesus released. #2 Pilate BlinksJohn 18:39-19:6 Just like Neville Chamberlain blinked in the face of tyranny, Pilate blinks in the face of Truth. He knows Jesus is innocent.But instead of releasing Jesus, he tries to placate the people. Pilate offers the crowd a choice: Jesus or Barabbas. No better picture of the gospel than this right here. The cross Barabbas was to die on was already constructed, the arrangements were made, and he had hours left to live. Barabbas was guilty, but Jesus was innocent. This is what Jesus has done for us.We’ve committed a crime by violating God’s commands, we’re guilty, and the penalty is death. But God made a way for us to be delivered out of death, out of our guilt, and that’s what Jesus ultimately did on the cross. 2 Corinthians 5:21 Jesus took Barabbas’ place on that cross. The crowd chooses Barabbas. Pilate didn’t need any Passover custom to release an innocent man, he just needed to do what was right. When the crowd decided against Jesus, he thought he might have one more trick up his sleeve. He released Barabbas, and scourged Jesus in hopes it'd satisfy the angry crowd. Pilate brought Jesus out one final time. He thought that if he give the crowd a little bit of what they want they’ll be happy, they’ll change their minds, they’ll reverse course.Pilate blinked. He thought he could use diplomacy and compromise to get himself out of a difficult position. Compromise doesn’t calm the mob, it fuels it. Compromise is part of life.But when it comes to THE Truth, when it comes to Christ, compromise should not be part of the equation. To compromise on who Jesus is, is to invent another Jesus. Only the real Jesus saves. Pilate’s appeasement of the crowd is not just a political failure—it’s a picture of what happens when leaders, Christians, and even churches try to compromise truth to satisfy the demands of culture. If you play both sides, offering a little truth, softened by a lot of concession and mix in some human empathy, and you end up with the crucifixion. A complete and utter rejection of everything Jesus is and was. We cannot untether EMPATHY from TRUTH. Just because someone feels a certain way does not mean we abandon truth. As Christians we are called to offer COMPASSION not COMPROMISE. Let’s bring this message to a close now. Read John 19:12–16 #3 Pilate judged the Judge. Pilate crucifies Him.The fear of man outweighed the fear of God. Jesus threatened to disrupt Pilate’s cushy role, and so he gave in to peer pressure and he judged the Judge. In Revelation 20 at the Great White Throne judgement, the judged will face the Judge. Pilate symbolically washed his hands of Jesus.But you cannot wash yourself of your sins. You either receive Him or reject Him. “You are either for me or against me.” Have you trusted Jesus as Savior and made Him the Lord of your life? The courage that Pilate lacked, you can show today. Jesus said "Everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven" (Matthew 10:32 NLT) We are just like Barabbas.Guilty and headed for judgement.But Jesus came in, not accidentally, but intentionally and took that punishment we deserved and He died on a cross for our sin. Like those soldiers around Jack Lucas, he dove on those grenades and absorbed their destruction, that’s what Jesus did for us!He absorbed God’s righteous judgement and drank the cup of His wrath that was going to be poured out on us because of our spiritual rebellion against God. --- Learn more about Greg Laurie and Harvest Ministries at harvest.org. This podcast is supported by the generosity of our Harvest Partners.Support the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.