Part of the eschatological world view of the Abrahamic religions and in the Frashokereti of Zoroastrianism
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What happens after death for those who reject Christ? In this episode, Matt and Todd explore what the Bible teaches about hell, judgment, and eternity, while also highlighting God's desire that no one should perish. Along the way, they discuss Jesus' sacrifice for sin, the rich man and Lazarus, the Great White Throne Judgment, and why the gospel offers hope to anyone who will trust in Him.
Explore the powerful and often misunderstood parables at the end of the Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24–25. In this discussion, Brother George and guest Peter Lynch examine the parables of the Faithful and Evil Servant, the Ten Virgins, the Talents, and the Sheep and the Goats. Discover how these teachings relate to judgment, obedience, salvation, rewards, and preparedness for Christ's return. Learn surprising facts about Judgment Day as well as future prophetic events the Marriage Supper of the Lamb, the Judgment Seat of Christ, and the Great White Throne Judgment. There is much more to these fascinating parables than you thought! #OlivetDiscourse #FaithfulandEvilServant #TenVirgins #TheTalents #SheepandtheGoats #Judgment #JudgmentDay Bible Made Easy Podcast: Bible based lessons through the lens of God's eternal love for humanity and His desire to reconcile all things to Himself. Peter Lynch Channel https://youtube.com/@peterlynchchannel?si=vot9t6FsDtPTKnCi Endtime Timeline Poster https://www.thebiblemadeeasypodcast.com/endtime-timeline
The Great White Throne Judgment: The Final, Dreadful, and Eternal Reckoning of the Wicked Dead In the majestic and awe-inspiring closing visions of the Book of Revelation, the Apostle John, carried along by the powerful inspiration of the Holy Spirit, beholds a series of breathtaking scenes that unveil the final consummation of all things and the eternal destiny of every soul. Following the glorious thousand-year reign of the Lord Jesus Christ upon the earth, after the last desperate and futile rebellion of Satan, and after the complete and utter defeat of Gog and Magog with fire from heaven, the divine spotlight turns with solemn intensity upon the most terrifying and irreversible event in all of human history: the Great White Throne Judgment. This is the ultimate, final, and most dreadful courtroom of the entire universe, where every single soul that has ever died in unbelief, impenitence, and open rebellion against the living God will be supernaturally raised from the dead, solemnly examined with perfect scrutiny, and eternally sentenced according to the flawless, unerring, and infinitely holy justice of Almighty God. Revelation 20:11-15 stands as one of the most sobering, heart-shaking, conscience-piercing, and fear-inducing passages in all of Holy Scripture, a passage that should cause every reader to tremble and every unrepentant sinner to flee without delay to the mercy of the cross. The full text of this profoundly solemn and eternally weighty passage, as given in the inspired and infallible Word of God, reads as follows in its complete and unbroken form: “And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works. And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works. And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death. And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.” This tightly woven, divinely inspired passage forms a self-contained and climactic unit that brings the entire millennial section of the Book of Revelation to its dreadful, everlasting, and irreversible close. It follows immediately after the final casting of Satan, the devil, into the lake of fire where he will be tormented day and night forever and ever. It stands just before the glorious and radiant unveiling of the new heavens and the new earth in which righteousness dwells. The context is saturated with absolute finality, divine justice, and the irreversible nature of eternity. The redeemed saints of all ages have already participated joyfully in the blessed first resurrection and have reigned triumphantly with Christ for a full thousand years. Those who now appear trembling before the throne are precisely “the rest of the dead” who “lived not again until the thousand years were finished” (Revelation 20:5). The old creation, stained and cursed by sin, is even now dissolving before our eyes, and every unsaved soul must now give a full, terrifying, and inescapable account before the burning, all-seeing holiness of Almighty God. Let us now carefully, reverently, and thoroughly exposit this passage verse by verse, drawing out its rich and multifaceted meaning through the original Greek language where it adds vivid force and eternal impact, through the surrounding biblical context, and through the weighty, soul-stirring eternal truths it so powerfully proclaims to every generation. The Scene (Revelation 20:11) “And I saw a great white throne, and him that sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away; and there was found no place for them.” The apostle John begins this vision with the majestic and familiar apocalyptic declaration “And I saw” (Kai eidon), words that immediately signal the introduction of a fresh, breathtaking, overwhelming, and panoramic heavenly vision that seizes both the apostle's enraptured gaze and our own hearts with a profound sense of holy dread and reverent awe. What suddenly bursts upon his enraptured sight is nothing less than the supreme, final, and most glorious tribunal of the entire created universe: “a great white throne” (thronon megan leukon). This throne is described as megan—vast beyond all human imagination or comprehension, majestic in unrivaled dignity and splendor, and clothed with overwhelming, absolute, and unchallenged sovereign authority. It towers infinitely and eternally above every earthly court of law, every royal palace, and every seat of human government or power that has ever existed. It is leukon—brilliantly, purely, dazzlingly, and radiantly white—symbolizing in the most vivid way possible the spotless, unapproachable, and infinite holiness together with the flawless, unblemished, and perfect righteousness of God Himself. No shadow of injustice, no whisper of partiality or favoritism, no trace of corruption or bribery can ever approach, touch, or stain its gloriously radiant surface. It glows and pulses with the blazing, consuming purity of the One who is eternally “light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1 John 1:5). Seated in awesome, majestic, and terrifying splendor upon this throne is “him that sat on it” (ton kathemenon ep' autou). Though not explicitly named in this particular verse, the consistent, harmonious voice of all Holy Scripture clearly identifies this enthroned and sovereign Judge as the Lord Jesus Christ Himself—the very One to whom the Father has committed all judgment without exception (John 5:22, 27). It is the same pierced and crucified Savior who once hung in agony upon the cross as the meek and lowly Lamb of God, now appearing in indescribable glory and power as the exalted Lion of the tribe of Judah and the righteous, eternal Judge of all the earth (Acts 17:31). From His glorious and unveiled face—“from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away” (ephugen ho ouranos kai he ge apo tou prosopou autou)—the entire created cosmos recoils in utter panic-stricken terror and helpless flight. The powerful Greek verb ephugen paints a vivid, dramatic picture of frantic, desperate, and uncontrollable flight, as though the whole vast universe is fleeing away like a terrified servant before the blazing anger and consuming holiness of its rightful Master. The material heavens and earth, which have groaned and travailed together in pain for long ages under the heavy curse and bondage of sin (Romans 8:22), simply cannot endure or withstand the unveiled, searing, and infinite holiness of the incarnate Son of God. “And there was found no place for them” (kai topos ouch heurethe autois). No towering mountain can hide the guilty. No vast ocean can swallow them up or conceal their shame. No dark cavern, no remote corner of the universe, and no hiding place anywhere offers the slightest refuge or shelter. The old creation completely and obediently dissolves in trembling submission to make way for the new heavens and the new earth, soon to be revealed in all their pristine and eternal glory. Behold this scene in all its terrifying majesty and cosmic grandeur: the Judge's holy countenance shines with such consuming, blinding splendor that the very stars vanish from the sky, the mountains melt like wax before the fire, and the fabric of the universe itself flees away in helpless panic. There is absolutely no escape, no delay, and no hiding place anywhere for the guilty. This is the awe-inspiring, universe-shaking, cosmic backdrop against which the final judgment of all the wicked dead will now unfold in solemn and eternal detail. The Subjects (Revelation 20:12) “And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works.” With the majestic, terrifying, and holy scene now vividly established, the apostle John solemnly describes the vast multitude of those who must appear before this awesome throne: “the dead, small and great” (tous nekrous tous megalous kai tous mikrous). This innumerable host includes every single human being who has ever lived and died without Christ—from the mightiest emperors, renowned philosophers, and world conquerors of history to the poorest peasants, nameless slaves, and long-forgotten souls in obscure corners of the earth. The term nekrous powerfully and solemnly underscores their former dreadful and hopeless condition: they were spiritually dead in trespasses and sins (Ephesians 2:1), and physically dead and decaying in the grave. Now they are resurrected—not unto glorious and eternal life, but solely and exclusively to stand condemned and trembling before the righteous Judge. They “stand before God” (hestanda enopion tou theou) in solemn, trembling, and inescapable accountability. They do not sit as honored guests or relaxed observers; they stand as helpless, guilty defendants before the bar of infinite holiness and perfect justice. All earthly distinctions, privileges, and ranks vanish instantly: kings and beggars, the rich and the poor, the famous and the obscure—all stand equally naked, exposed, and without a single defense. Then the books are dramatically and solemnly opened: “the books were opened” (kai biblia eneochthesan). These are the perfect, unerring, and exhaustive records of God's infinite omniscience—containing every single thought, every idle word, every secret deed, every hidden motive, every act of open rebellion, and every neglected opportunity for repentance. Nothing is lost in the mists of time, forgotten, exaggerated, or diminished by even the slightest degree. “And another book was opened, which is the book of life” (kai allo biblion eneochthe, ho estin tes zoes). This is the precious, blood-bought Lamb's Book of Life, the eternal and unchangeable roll call of all who have been redeemed by the precious blood of the Lamb (Revelation 13:8; 21:27). The dead “were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works” (ek ton gegrammenon en tois bibliois kata ta erga auton). For the unredeemed, their own accumulated works rise up as silent but utterly damning witnesses against them, proving beyond any shadow of doubt the universal guilt declared throughout Scripture: “all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23) and “there is none righteous, no, not one” (Romans 3:10). The Significance (Revelation 20:13-14) “And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works. And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.” The resurrection is total, universal, complete, and absolutely inescapable. “The sea gave up the dead which were in it” (kai edoken he thalassa tous nekrous tous en aute)—even those whose bodies were lost in the darkest ocean depths, shipwrecked, or dissolved into nothingness over centuries are raised whole, intact, and fully conscious. “Death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them” (kai ho thanatos kai ho hades edokan tous nekrous tous en autois). Death releases the bodies it has claimed; Hades surrenders the disembodied spirits it has held in waiting. Every single prisoner is freed without exception for this final, terrifying accounting. “They were judged every man according to their works” (ekrithesan hekastos kata ta erga auton)—a perfectly personal, individual, thorough, and unanswerably just judgment. Then comes the climactic declaration of finality and eternal victory: “And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death” (kai ho thanatos kai ho hades eblethesan eis ten limnen tou pyros. Houtos ho thanatos ho deuteros estin). Here we must clearly, carefully, and biblically distinguish the First Resurrection from the Second Death if we are to grasp the full weight and significance of this moment. The First Resurrection, described in detail earlier in this same chapter, is the glorious and blessed rising of all the righteous saints of every age: “Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years” (Revelation 20:6). These blessed and holy ones rise to glorious life, priestly service, and triumphant reigning with Christ, enjoying complete and eternal immunity from all judgment and condemnation. The Second Death, however, is the lake of fire itself—the final, conscious, unending, and irreversible torment and eternal separation from the presence of God for all who die without Christ. It is not annihilation, cessation of existence, or temporary punishment. Scripture repeatedly describes those confined there as being “tormented day and night for ever and ever” (Revelation 20:10; see also Revelation 14:11 and Mark 9:44-48). The first death is physical, temporary, and universal; the second death is spiritual, eternal, conscious, and reserved only for the impenitent. Those who share by faith in the First Resurrection escape the Second Death forever because the Lord Jesus Christ has already borne their full judgment and condemnation in His own body on the tree. Those who reject Him will experience both deaths in their fullest, most horrifying measure. How infinitely, eternally, and gloriously better it is to stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ—the Bema Seat described in 2 Corinthians 5:10—than to stand condemned before this Great White Throne of terrifying justice! At the Bema Seat, believers, already washed in the atoning blood and forever accepted in the Beloved, have their works examined only for the purpose of rewards and commendation, never for condemnation or loss of salvation. Christ has fully and completely borne our judgment at Calvary: “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1). We may lose certain rewards through unfaithfulness, yet we ourselves are saved “so as by fire” (1 Corinthians 3:15). At the Great White Throne there is no Advocate, no covering blood of the Lamb, and no possibility of mercy—only the damning books of works and the horrifying, eternal absence of one's name from the Book of Life. The Sentence (Revelation 20:15) “And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire.” The sentence falls with devastating, irreversible, and terrifying finality and simplicity: “Whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire” (ei tis ouch heurethe en te biblo tes zoes gegrammenos eblethe eis ten limnen tou pyros). No appeal is possible. No second chance is granted. No mitigation or end is ever offered. The lake of fire—originally prepared for the devil and his fallen angels (Matthew 25:41)—becomes the everlasting, conscious abode of every soul whose name is missing from the Lamb's Book of Life. All human works, however outwardly impressive or religious in human eyes, prove utterly powerless to save or deliver on that day. Conclusion and Appeal Dear friend, the blazing, inescapable reality of the Great White Throne Judgment should cause every heart to tremble with godly fear, every conscience to awaken, and every soul still outside of Christ to flee without a moment's delay to the only place of safety—the cross of Calvary. To every sinner still living in unbelief and rebellion: Come now! Do not delay another heartbeat or take another breath without settling this eternal matter. “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved” (Acts 16:31). Repent of your sins with genuine sorrow and place your full, trusting faith in the finished work of the crucified, buried, and risen Savior. His precious, sin-cleansing blood can write your name in the Lamb's Book of Life this very moment, delivering you forever from this throne of terror and granting you a joyful place in the blessed first resurrection and the eternal joys of the redeemed. To every true believer already resting in Christ: Live with holy urgency, eternity burning brightly in your soul, and a passionate desire to please your Lord. Be ready to meet your Savior at any instant, whether by death or by His glorious return. Serve Him with wholehearted devotion, faithfulness, and love so that when you stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ you may hear His glorious “Well done, thou good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:21) and receive a full and abundant reward. “Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come” (Matthew 24:42). May the solemn, weighty, and eternal truths of this passage stir us all to fervent prayer, pure and separated living, compassionate love for the lost, and bold, urgent gospel witness until Jesus returns in power and great glory. To the Lamb upon the throne, our blessed Savior and coming Judge, be all honor, praise, dominion, and glory forever and ever. Amen.
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Join us as we study the Millennial Kingdom 1,000 year reign of Christ on Earth, and the Great White Throne Judgement of unsaved unbelievers who are judged for salvation on the basis of their works.
The Millennial Kingdom: Christ's Glorious Reign Upon the Earth Beloved reader, imagine a world where righteousness flows like a mighty river, where peace blankets every nation, where creation itself bursts forth in renewed splendor, and where the Lord Jesus Christ reigns visibly and personally from Jerusalem upon the throne of David. The Scriptures unveil this magnificent future age in vivid detail—a thousand-year period of unparalleled blessing, justice, and prosperity under the sovereign rule of the King of kings. Let us open the King James Version together and allow the Holy Spirit to illuminate these precious truths. As we journey through God's Word, may our hearts be stirred with hope and holy expectation. The Foundation: Satan Bound and the Saints Raised The Apostle John, exiled on the Isle of Patmos, received the climactic vision of this kingdom in the Book of Revelation. Hear the very words of Scripture: “And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the Devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years, And cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nations no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled: and after that he must be loosed a little season. And I saw thrones, and they sat upon them, and judgment was given unto them: and I saw the souls of them that were beheaded for the witness of Jesus, and for the word of God, and which had not worshipped the beast, neither his image, neither had received his mark upon their foreheads, or in their hands; and they lived and reigned with Christ a thousand years. But the rest of the dead lived not again until the thousand years were finished. This is the first resurrection. Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.” (Revelation 20:1-6, KJV) With Satan bound and sealed in the bottomless pit, deception and demonic influence are dramatically curtailed. The Prince of Peace can now establish His rule without the constant sabotage of the adversary. At the same time, the faithful—particularly those who endured great tribulation—are raised in the first resurrection to share in Christ's government. This is no vague spiritual kingdom; it is a literal, earthly reign following the glorious return of Christ described in Revelation 19. The King and His Throne: Fulfillment of Ancient Covenants At the center of this kingdom stands the Lord Jesus Christ, fulfilling every promise made to the fathers. The Davidic Covenant is realized in full: “And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.” (2 Samuel 7:16, KJV) The angel Gabriel declared to Mary: “He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David: And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.” (Luke 1:32-33, KJV) Isaiah foresaw the government resting upon His shoulders: “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.” (Isaiah 9:6-7, KJV) Daniel beheld the Son of Man receiving universal dominion: “I saw in the night visions, and, behold, one like the Son of man came with the clouds of heaven, and came to the Ancient of days, and they brought him near before him. And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.” (Daniel 7:13-14, KJV) Zechariah proclaimed: “And the LORD shall be king over all the earth: in that day shall there be one LORD, and his name one.” (Zechariah 14:9, KJV) Jerusalem will be exalted, the nations will stream to it, and the glory of the Lord will fill the earth. Righteousness, Peace, and the Transformation of Creation Under this righteous King, injustice will vanish. Isaiah describes His perfect judgment: “And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots: And the spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD; And shall make him of quick understanding in the fear of the LORD: and he shall not judge after the sight of his eyes, neither reprove after the hearing of his ears: But with righteousness shall he judge the poor, and reprove with equity for the meek of the earth: and he shall smite the earth with the rod of his mouth, and with the breath of his lips shall he slay the wicked. And righteousness shall be the girdle of his loins, and faithfulness the girdle of his reins.” (Isaiah 11:1-5, KJV) The animal kingdom will be reconciled: “The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them. And the cow and the bear shall feed; their young ones shall lie down together: and the lion shall eat straw like the ox. And the sucking child shall play on the hole of the asp, and the weaned child shall put his hand on the cockatrice' den. They shall not hurt nor destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the LORD, as the waters cover the sea.” (Isaiah 11:6-9, KJV) War will cease forever: “And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.” (Isaiah 2:4, KJV) A Time of Extraordinary Economic Prosperity and Blessings This kingdom will overflow with economic prosperity and material blessings such as the world has never known. The curse upon the ground will be lifted in large measure, and the earth will yield her increase abundantly. Listen to the prophet Amos: “Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall melt. And I will bring again the captivity of my people of Israel, and they shall build the waste cities, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and drink the wine thereof; they shall also make gardens, and eat the fruit of them. And I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the LORD thy God.” (Amos 9:13-15, KJV) Joel echoes this abundance: “And it shall come to pass in that day, that the mountains shall drop down new wine, and the hills shall flow with milk, and all the rivers of Judah shall flow with waters, and a fountain shall come forth of the house of the LORD, and shall water the valley of Shittim.” (Joel 3:18, KJV) Isaiah 35 paints a picture of highways of holiness, blossoming deserts, and rejoicing: “The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be given unto it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon, they shall see the glory of the LORD, and the excellency of our God.” (Isaiah 35:1-2, KJV) The lame shall leap, the blind shall see, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. Ezekiel foretells multiplied harvests and restored cities for Israel: “And I will multiply the fruit of the tree, and the increase of the field, that ye shall receive no more reproach of famine among the heathen.” (Ezekiel 36:30, KJV) Homes will be built, vineyards planted, and families will enjoy the work of their hands without fear of loss. Commerce will flourish under just laws, with no exploitation or poverty for those who walk in obedience. The knowledge of the Lord and His righteous rule will produce a global economy of blessing, where “every man shall sit under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid.” (Micah 4:4, KJV) This is not socialism or forced equality, but divine prosperity flowing from the presence of the King. We Shall Rule and Reign with Christ One of the most astonishing privileges of this kingdom is that believers—those raised in the first resurrection—will rule and reign with Christ. The Scriptures are clear and repeated on this point. Revelation 20:6 declares that the resurrected saints “shall be priests of God and of Christ, and shall reign with him a thousand years.” Revelation 5:10 adds: “And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.” (Revelation 5:10, KJV) Paul encouraged Timothy: “If we suffer, we shall also reign with him: if we deny him, he also will deny us.” (2 Timothy 2:12, KJV) Jesus Himself promised the apostles: “Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” (Matthew 19:28, KJV) In the Parable of the Pounds, the faithful servants are rewarded with authority over cities: “And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities.” (Luke 19:17, KJV) The Apostle Paul further declares: “Do ye not know that the saints shall judge the world? … Know ye not that we shall judge angels? how much more things that pertain to this life?” (1 Corinthians 6:2-3, KJV) Resurrected believers will serve as co-regents, administering justice, overseeing provinces, teaching the nations, and reflecting the character of Christ. What an incentive for faithfulness today! Our present service and suffering are preparing us for eternal responsibility in that coming day. Israel Restored, Worship Central, and the Transition to Eternity Israel will be regathered, regenerated, and prominent in the land (Ezekiel 36:24-28; 37:21-28). The temple vision in Ezekiel 40-48 reveals a glorious house of worship where the glory of God returns. All nations will come yearly to worship the King and keep the feasts (Zechariah 14:16-21). After the thousand years, Satan is briefly loosed, leading a final rebellion that is swiftly crushed (Revelation 20:7-10). Then follows the Great White Throne Judgment and the ushering in of the new heavens and new earth, where God tabernacles with man forever (Revelation 20:11–22:5). A Challenge to Serve Christ and Surrender All Today Dear friend, this glorious kingdom is not a fable—it is the certain promise of our faithful God. The same Jesus who died for your sins and rose victorious will one day reign in splendor, and those who belong to Him by faith will share in His reign. The challenge before us is clear: Will you serve Christ wholeheartedly today? Will you surrender your all—your ambitions, your possessions, your very life—to the One who will soon return as King? If you have never trusted Him as Savior, repent and believe the gospel today. If you are a believer, live as a future king or priest in training. Let every decision, every act of service, every moment of worship be shaped by the coming kingdom. Even so, come, Lord Jesus! May we be found faithful when He appears, ready to reign with Him in righteousness and joy. Surrender your all to Christ today, and enter into the blessed hope of His eternal kingdom. Amen.
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Exploring the Connection Between Matthew 19, the Book of Psalms, and Isaiah 19 For Bible in Ten – By DH – 19th May 2026 Yesterday we completed Matthew 19. Nineteen according to E W Bullinger is “a combination of 10 and 9, and would denote the perfection of Divine order connected with judgment.” During our episodes through Matthew 19, we already learned how “..the words of Chapter 19 span all the dispensations of time.” CG . In Matthew 19 Jesus brought judgments which referenced creation, the law, the insufficiency of human merit, faith and grace, and looking forward to the millennial kingdom. As we will see in this bonus episode we can also find these references in Psalms. Isaiah 19 also adds a sharper prophetic focus. It lends support to the judgment theme. According to BibleHub “It presents a two-fold prophecy against Egypt, revealing not only a looming divine judgment but also an ultimate transformation and redemption. This dual-nature prophecy exemplifies the complexity of God's plans for nations and His sovereignty over all things.” In Matthew 19 every false confidence is judged: confidence in legal argument, in religious achievement, in wealth, in status, and confidence in the flesh. In the end, the chapter points to Christ alone. Consider the following seven sections which trace Matthew 19 as a historical sweep: from creation order and marriage, through law and human hardness, into grace, kingdom promise, final judgment, and the believer's reward before Christ. Innocence and Creation When answering the Pharisees' question about breaking up marriage, Jesus does not begin His answer with Moses. He goes further back. He goes to creation: “Have you not read that He who made them at the beginning made them male and female?” Psalms has many Creation references too: “The heavens are telling of the glory of God…” Psalm 19:1 “By the word of the LORD the heavens were made…” Psalm 33:6 “How many are Your works, LORD! In wisdom You have made them all…” Psalm 104:24 To Him who made the heavens with skill, For His faithfulness is everlasting; 6 To Him who spread out the earth above the waters, For His faithfulness is everlasting; 7 To Him who made the great lights, For His faithfulness is everlasting: 8 The sun to rule by day, For His faithfulness is everlasting, 9 The moon and stars to rule by night, For His faithfulness is everlasting. Psalm 136:5–9 3 Praise Him, sun and moon; Praise Him, all stars of light! 4 Praise Him, highest heavens, And the waters that are above the heavens! 5 They are to praise the name of the Lord, For He commanded and they were created. Psalm 148:3–5 The earth is the Lord's, and all it contains, The world, and those who live in it. 2 For He has founded it upon the seas And established it upon the rivers. Psalm 24:1–2 You visit the earth and cause it to overflow; You greatly enrich it; The stream of God is full of water; You prepare their grain, for so You prepare the earth. 10 You water its furrows abundantly, You settle its ridges, You soften it with showers, You bless its growth. 11 You have crowned the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with fatness. 12 The pastures of the wilderness drip, And the hills encircle themselves with rejoicing. 13 The meadows are clothed with flocks And the valleys are covered with grain; They shout for joy, yes, they sing Psalm 65:9–13 Man was created for ordered life beneath the Lord. Marriage belongs to that created order. It was established by God at the beginning and Psalm 128 references it in verse 3. “Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house…” Psalm 128:3 Law and the Hardness of Heart The Pharisees then press the matter further: “Why then did Moses command to give a certificate of divorce, and to put her away?” Jesus answers: “Moses, because of the hardness of your hearts, permitted you to divorce your wives, but from the beginning it was not so.” The law could regulate certain consequences of sin, but it could not cure the heart of man. Moses' allowance was not the original ideal. It was an accommodation because of hardness of heart. Psalm 1, Psalm 19, and Psalm 119 all uphold the goodness of the law. The law is not evil. The commandments of the Lord are righteous. The word of God is pure, true, and desirable. But Psalms also makes clear that man himself is the problem. Psalm 14:3 says: “They have all turned aside, together they are corrupt; There is no one who does good, not even one. ” Psalm 143 says: “And do not enter into judgment with Your servant, For no person living is righteous in Your sight.” verse 2. Psalm 51 gives the heart of the issue. David does not merely need external correction. He cries: “Create in me a clean heart, God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me..” verse 10. The law highlights sin in man but cannot correct man's fallen state. Psalms illuminates this powerfully. Psalm 49 says: “None of them can by any means redeem his brother, nor give to God a ransom for him.” That is the heart of the matter. Man cannot redeem himself. Wealth cannot ransom the soul. Moral seriousness cannot purchase eternal life. Psalm 62 warns: “If riches increase, do not set your heart on them.” Grace through Faith After this, children are brought to Jesus so that He might place His hands on them and pray. Psalm 131 verse 2 says: “I have certainly soothed and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child resting against his mother, My soul within me is like a weaned child.” That is the spirit of Matthew 19. The kingdom is not entered through self-confident legal achievement, but through humble dependence. Psalm 8 also says: “From the mouths of infants and nursing babies You have established strength Because of Your enemies, To do away with the enemy and the revengeful.” Jesus later cites this psalm in Matthew 21. The children, the weak, the dependent, and the seemingly insignificant often perceive what a more mature mind misses. The disciples wrongly rebuke the children. Jesus corrects them. The Lord is near to the humble, the broken, the dependent, and the trusting. The children become a living illustration of the kind of faith that enters the kingdom. The Royal and Millennial Hope Peter then asks what will be given to the disciples, since they have left all and followed Jesus. Jesus answers: “You who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” This moves Matthew 19 forward to the millennial kingdom. Psalm 2 presents the Lord's Anointed as King: “Yet I have set My King on My holy hill of Zion.” Psalm 72 looks forward to the righteous reign of the King, marked by justice, peace, dominion, and blessing. Psalm 89 recalls the Davidic covenant and the certainty of God's promises. Psalm 110 presents the Messiah seated at the right hand of God until His enemies are made His footstool. Psalm 122 says: “For thrones are set there for judgment, the thrones of the house of David.” The Dispensational Sweep of Matthew 19 The chapter begins with creation order: male and female, marriage, and God's original design. It moves to law: Moses, divorce, hardness of heart, and the insufficiency of legal accommodation. It then displays grace: the children come to Christ with nothing, and Jesus receives them. It exposes human inability: the rich young ruler cannot obtain life through personal merit, morality, or wealth. It reveals divine possibility: with man salvation is impossible, but with God all things are possible. It then looks forward to the millennial kingdom: the apostles will sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Isaiah 19 and The Great White Throne Judgment At the Great White Throne, all false confidence is finally exposed. Only those who are in Christ have a righteousness that can stand before God. Isaiah 19 gives a searching picture of Egypt brought under the judgment of the LORD. Egypt's idols tremble. Her wisdom fails. Her princes become fools. Her counsellors are unable to give true guidance. The nation that once appeared ancient, powerful, wealthy, and secure is shown to be helpless before God. This is a stark picture of misplaced confidence. Matthew 19 teaches the same spiritual lesson. Do not trust law-performance, wealth, status, fleshly advantage, religious seriousness, or human ability. With men this is impossible. The rich young ruler appears clothed in morality, youth, wealth, and religious seriousness. But when Christ presses the true demand of perfection, the man is exposed. His confidence cannot save him. His possessions have his heart. He goes away sorrowful. He is like Egypt in Isaiah 19. What seemed wise, strong, and secure is brought to nothing before the LORD. This points forward to the Great White Throne Judgment, where every person outside of Christ will stand fully exposed before God. The books will be opened. No earthly confidence will remain. No religious appearance will cover the soul. No wealth, status, morality, wisdom, or human achievement can answer the demands of divine righteousness. Isaiah 19 shows the collapse of national confidence before the LORD. Matthew 19 shows the collapse of personal confidence before Christ. The Great White Throne shows the final collapse of every confidence outside of God's saving righteousness. Matthew 19 and the Judgment of the believer Matthew 19 ends with the judgment: “But many who are first will be last, and the last first.” In the 19th book of the Bible, Psalms repeatedly shows divine reversal. The proud are brought low. The humble are lifted up. The wicked may flourish temporarily, but they do not endure. The righteous may suffer for a time, but they are finally vindicated. Psalm 37 says the meek shall inherit the earth. Psalm 73 shows the prosperous brought to nothing. Psalm 113 says the Lord raises the poor out of the dust and lifts the needy out of the ash heap. Psalm 118 speaks of the rejected stone becoming the chief cornerstone. Isaiah 19 dramatizes the same reversal negatively. Those who seemed powerful and reliable, Egypt and Cush, are exposed in shame. Their apparent strength becomes humiliation. So Matthew 19 teaches that the judgment of believers will expose the true value of a life. Some things that looked great on earth will be shown to be small. Some sacrifices that looked foolish or unnoticed will be openly rewarded by Christ. Life Application At the Judgment Seat of Christ, the question is not, “Are you saved?” No. The believer's condemnation has already been dealt with in Christ. The question is rather: “How have you as a saved person followed, served, sacrificed, and valued Christ?” Let us not measure our life only by what we keep now, but by what Christ will count then. Lord God, thank You that salvation does not rest upon our merit, wealth, strength, or status. Thank You that what is impossible with man is possible with You. Help us come as children, trust in Christ, and await the kingdom You have promised. For your glory! Amen.
Ep176, How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part, 74 How to Have God's Life Living in You, Part 74: Consecration, Abiding in Christ, and the Great White Throne Six-Paragraph Summary Letters from Around the World The episode opens with Pastor Tony Alamo introducing part 74 of How to Have God's Life Living in You, identified as program 176. He prays for the service and then turns to letters from listeners in India, New Jersey, Ghana, and the United Kingdom. The letters express appreciation for the ministry's literature, tapes, CDs, and broadcasts, and several writers request Bibles, religious materials, and additional messages. Alamo responds by directing that materials be sent and by framing the correspondence as evidence of the ministry's global reach. Emphasis on Consecration A major theme of the episode is consecration, which Alamo describes as fully giving oneself to God rather than merely professing Christianity. He argues that salvation must be followed by a holy life and daily service, and he contrasts outward religious behavior with what he presents as true inward surrender. He repeatedly uses altar imagery, comparing consecration to an Old Testament burnt offering, where the old self is symbolically destroyed so that God's life may operate through the believer. Criticism of Hypocrisy and Religious Opposition Throughout the message, Alamo sharply criticizes people he views as hypocrites, especially those inside churches who, in his view, obstruct ministry work or fail to live according to Scripture. He compares such people to Pharisees, scribes, whitewashed tombs, serpents, chaff, and goats. These claims are presented as his religious interpretation and are delivered in a confrontational tone. He also makes strong statements about outside religious groups, government authorities, and alleged opposition to his ministry. The Great White Throne and Judgment Alamo connects the subject of consecration to the Great White Throne Judgment in Revelation 20. He teaches that people who do not have Christ living in them will face divine judgment and eternal punishment. He contrasts earthly life, which he describes as brief, with eternity, which he says will be spent either in heaven or in hell and the lake of fire. The message stresses urgency, warning listeners not to delay repentance or rely on their own ideas of salvation. Being “In Christ” Versus “Abiding in Christ” The second major teaching section distinguishes between being “in Christ” and “abiding in Christ.” Alamo explains that being in Christ refers to salvation and union with Christ, while abiding in Christ refers to ongoing fellowship, obedience, and allowing Christ to live through the believer. He uses the metaphor of a house to say that a person must not invite Christ in and then push Him out in order to sin. In his view, true Christianity requires continual surrender and daily communion with God. Closing Prayer and Program Information The episode ends with a salvation and consecration prayer, inviting listeners to accept Jesus Christ, ask for forgiveness, and commit to abiding in Him. Alamo emphasizes that the purpose of the broadcast is to bring listeners to salvation rather than to collect money, while also noting the cost of radio broadcasting. A program assistant then gives contact information for ordering the tape or CD, including the ministry website, mailing address, phone number, and fax number. Alamo closes by encouraging listeners to continue abiding in Christ. Transcription Quirks and Corrections That Matter “Tony Alama” was corrected to Tony Alamo. “Reinsurrected” was corrected to resurrected. “Pheresies” was corrected to Pharisees. “Quite washed” was corrected to whitewashed. “Tiscataway, New Jersey” was corrected to Piscataway, New Jersey. “Uhulah” and “To Lupu” Bibles appear to refer to Telugu Bibles. “Go by error” was corrected to go by air mail. “Guinead, United Kingdom” appears likely to be Gwynedd, United Kingdom. “Tai Fuk, Acregona, Africa” appears likely to refer to Tafo, Accra, Ghana, though the original audio/transcript is unclear. “T.O. Box” was corrected to P.O. Box, and “Texas, Texas” was corrected to Texarkana, Texas. “Copy of this state” was corrected to copy of this tape, and “CD or see me” was corrected to CD or tape. Keywords Tony Alamo, How to Have God's Life Living in You, consecration, abiding in Christ, Great White Throne Judgment, salvation prayer, Revelation 20, Christian holiness, religious testimony, Bible literature, Christian radio broadcast, spiritual repentance
Tony Alamo with Tony Alamo World Wide Ministries The Divine Summons: Understanding the Great White Throne Judgment Ep173 How To Have Gods Life Living In You Part 71 - The Great White Throne Judgment This episode of Tony Alamo Program #173 of the "How to Have God's Life Living in You" series, explores the global impact of the ministry's literature and provides a detailed theological exposition on the inevitability of the final judgment, the nature of hell as a temporary holding place, and the divine recording of human actions. Global Ministry Impact and Correspondence The program highlights significant evangelical progress in Africa and North America, driven largely by the distribution of ministry literature. In Liberia, a taxi driver has joined the distribution team, sharing newsletters with passengers across the city, while in Zambia, the high demand for Bibles and literature has led local ministers to coordinate efforts to prevent new converts from being misled. Domestically, the ministry continues to focus on rehabilitating individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, emphasizing that true salvation comes from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ rather than mere religious adherence. The Mechanics of the Final Judgment A central theme of the discourse is the distinction between "religion" and "salvation." Alamo posits that many church members remain unsaved because they know the "plan" of salvation but do not know the "Man" (Jesus) who fulfilled it. The "Great White Throne Judgment" is described as an inescapable event where both the righteous and unrighteous will be resurrected. Drawing a parallel to the legal system, Alamo explains that Hell currently serves as a "holding tank" or "county jail" for souls, which will eventually be emptied so that individuals can stand before God in their resurrected bodies to receive their final sentencing. The inevitability of this judgment is emphasized through the omnipresence of God. Alamo asserts that no earthly disguise, suicide, or flight to remote locations—including the depths of the earth or outer space—can hide an individual from the divine summons. The assurance of this coming judgment is tied to the resurrection of Jesus (Easter), which serves as the legal guarantee that the Judge is alive and the court will be held. Divine Records and the "Books" of Secrets The judgment is predicated on "Books" that contain a perfect record of every human life. These records are described as superior to any human technology, capturing not only actions but also "every idle word" and secret thought. Alamo warns that blasphemy, taking the Lord's name in vain, and the rejection of the Gospel are all meticulously documented for the final trial. The episode concludes with a call to immediate repentance, framing the current life as the only opportunity to avoid the "Second Death." By accepting the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, individuals are told they can transition from the jurisdiction of the Great White Throne to a state of eternal life within the Kingdom of God.
Climate alarmists have been predicting the end of the world for decades—and getting it entirely wrong. Pastor Jim Osman opens this exposition of 2 Peter 3:7 and 10 by showing why: they begin with the wrong assumptions. God has already revealed how this world ends, and it has nothing to do with carbon footprints or melting ice caps.Peter's answer to the false teachers who denied the return of Christ rests on three characteristics of the coming Day of the Lord. It is certain—God's Word that created the world and judged it by water is the same Word that now reserves it for fire. The present creation stands only because God wills it to stand. When that will changes, it will be instant.It is unexpected—arriving like a thief in the night. Just as the generation of Noah kept eating, drinking, and going about their lives right up until the flood came, unbelievers will be caught entirely off guard when the Son of Man returns. Believers, by contrast, are called to live in anticipation of that day, not dread of it.And it will be thorough. The heavens will pass away with a roar—a Greek word Peter chose because it captures the sound of arrows, crackling flames, and rushing water all at once. The elements themselves will be consumed. Everything will be laid bare before God, with nowhere left to hide.For the believer, this is not a day to fear. Christ has already absorbed the wrath. On the other side of judgment is a new creation—new heavens, new earth, and righteousness dwelling there forever. ★ Support this podcast ★
Pastor Paul and Campus Pastor Matthew explore what the Millennial Reign of Christ is according to Scripture, focusing on Revelation 20 and related prophetic passages. They explain that the millennial reign is a literal 1,000‑year period that begins after Jesus returns at the Battle of Armageddon, defeats His enemies, and establishes His throne in Jerusalem.During this thousand‑year era:Satan is bound and unable to tempt or deceive humanity.Jesus rules the earth from Jerusalem in perfect justice and righteousness.Believers who were resurrected or raptured will be in glorified bodies and will rule and reign with Christ.Survivors of the tribulation who enter the millennium in natural bodies will repopulate the earth and still have free will.The earth itself will be restored to a pre‑flood, Eden‑like environment — stable climate, abundant life, and global peace.At the end of the 1,000 years, Satan is released briefly, deceives the nations one last time, and is finally judged and cast into the lake of fire.This leads into the Great White Throne Judgment and the beginning of eternity with a new heaven and new earth.The pastors emphasize that while some details are mysterious, Scripture gives enough to understand the broad outline — and the millennial reign is meant to reveal God's justice, Christ's kingship, and the final removal of evil.
The Great White Throne Judgment Revelation 20:11-15 Pastor Patrick Harrison
April 21, 2026Hope Alive: Applying God's Word to Your Daily LifeThe Revelation 20:12 Episode #1177 – The Book of Life & Final JudgmentIn this episode, Chad Harrison continues his teaching on the Great White Throne Judgment, focusing on what it means to be “dead” apart from Christ and how all humanity is measured against the life of Jesus.He explains that spiritual death is not physical, but separation from God inherited through Adam—and that true life can only come through regeneration by the Holy Spirit. Chad also offers a deeper look at the Lamb's Book of Life, challenging common misconceptions and describing it as the complete record and revelation of the life of Christ expressed throughout all creation.This episode highlights the sobering reality that every person will be judged according to their works, measured against the perfect standard of Jesus. It also emphasizes that God has revealed truth to all people, leaving no one without accountability.Key Themes: What it means to be spiritually “dead” Life and regeneration through Jesus Christ alone A deeper understanding of the Lamb's Book of Life God's universal revelation and human accountability Judgment based on the standard of Christ Closing Encouragement: Recognize the life found in Jesus, respond to His revelation, and walk in the truth He has made known.Please follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopealivewithgod/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/hopealiveministry/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LakeComChurch/ -Lake Community Church Support the show
Scripture reveals that believers will face the Judgment Seat of Christ, also called the Bema Seat, which is different from the Great White Throne Judgment for unbelievers. This evaluation focuses on our motives and faithful service rather than determining salvation. God will examine whether our works were done for His glory or personal recognition, testing them like fire tests gold versus wood and hay. Five heavenly crowns await faithful believers: the Imperishable Crown for endurance, the Crown of Rejoicing for maintaining joy, the Crown of Righteousness for eagerly anticipating Christ's return, the Crown of Glory for faithful leadership, and the Crown of Life for enduring persecution. These crowns represent our eternal inheritance that we will ultimately present back to Jesus at the marriage supper of the Lamb.Thank you for joining us at NorthRidge Church! For more information please visit us online at http://www.northridgethomaston.com.
April 20, 2026Hope Alive: Applying God's Word to Your Daily LifeThe Revelation 20:11 Episode #1176 – The Great White Throne JudgmentIn this episode, Chad Harrison explores one of the most sobering passages in Scripture—the Great White Throne Judgment from Revelation. He begins by emphasizing the importance of asking “why” as we seek to understand God more deeply, reminding us that spiritual growth requires intentional pursuit, not superficial belief.Chad unpacks the distinction between different biblical judgments, clarifying that this particular judgment is for those who have not received spiritual life in Christ. He contrasts it with the believer's judgment (the Bema Seat), where works—not salvation—are evaluated.With careful explanation, he walks through the imagery of God's holiness, sovereignty, and the removal of all earthly context in this final judgment—leaving each person fully exposed before God. This teaching is both challenging and clarifying, calling listeners to a deeper reverence for God and a more serious engagement with His Word.Key Themes: The importance of asking God “why” in your spiritual journey The difference between the Great White Throne Judgment and the Bema Seat God's sovereignty and holiness in judgment The necessity of deep, personal study of Scripture Closing Encouragement: Seek God wholeheartedly, grow in understanding, and walk in His truth with faith and reverence.Please follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopealivewithgod/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/hopealiveministry/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LakeComChurch/ -Lake Community Church Support the show
To everyone who thinks God will someday weigh their good works against their bad works and give them a pass into heaven, this study of Revelation 20 is sobering and honest. If your name isn't in the Book of Life, if you haven't received God's gift of salvation, then you will face the Great White Throne Judgment, where no one is saved. Believe on Jesus Christ today while God still gives you opportunity.
“Am I my brother’s keeper?” Absolutely. It’s up to each one of us, as believers, to reach out a hand of unity and build up our brothers and sisters in Christ. Learn more about what that looks like in today’s episode of the Jack Hibbs podcast.(00:00) There Is No Spectator Christianity(05:00) The Great White Throne Judgment(08:30) Every Knee Will Bow and Every Tongue Confess(10:30) Atheism Agnosticism and Willful Ignorance(16:30) Who Do You Say That I AmCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACKGet Updates via Text: https://text.whisp.io/jack-hibbs-podcastWebsite: https://jackhibbs.com/ Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpO Facebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0 YouTube: https://bit.ly/437xMHn DAZE OF DECEPTION BOOK:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/ Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free for more exclusive content:https://bit.ly/3CIP3M99
Now is the time to accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior.The Book of Revelation is relevant to today's world.Perilous times are upon us, marked by moral decay and spiritual warfare.There is a difference between tribulation and God's wrath.Believers will face the Judgment Seat of Christ for their actions.The Great White Throne Judgment awaits those who do not believe.Deception is rampant in the world today, as prophesied in scripture.The rapture could happen at any moment, urging immediate action.Every knee will bow and every tongue will confess Jesus as Lord.We must focus on the things above and share the love of Christ.
Saeson 7 Episode 17 "Great White Throne Judgment"
The sermon centers on the Great White Throne Judgment described in Revelation 20, emphasizing that all unbelievers—those who rejected Christ throughout history, including those who lived during the Millennium—will be resurrected and stand before God to be judged according to their works. Unlike the judgment seat of Christ, which evaluates believers' faithfulness for rewards, this final judgment determines eternal punishment for those without Christ, with no possibility of annihilation, as the lake of fire represents everlasting punishment, not extinction. The passage underscores God's perfect justice, affirming that every sin is recorded and will be made manifest, yet it also offers profound relief for believers, whose sins have been blotted out by Christ's blood and are no longer held against them. The message concludes with a heartfelt, urgent call to repentance and faith, stressing that salvation is available to all who open their hearts to Christ, while warning of the eternal consequences of rejection. The tone is both solemn and pastoral, combining theological precision with deep compassion for the lost.
The sermon centers on the Great White Throne Judgment described in Revelation 20, emphasizing that all unbelievers—those who rejected Christ throughout history, including those who lived during the Millennium—will be resurrected and stand before God to be judged according to their works. Unlike the judgment seat of Christ, which evaluates believers' faithfulness for rewards, this final judgment determines eternal punishment for those without Christ, with no possibility of annihilation, as the lake of fire represents everlasting punishment, not extinction. The passage underscores God's perfect justice, affirming that every sin is recorded and will be made manifest, yet it also offers profound relief for believers, whose sins have been blotted out by Christ's blood and are no longer held against them. The message concludes with a heartfelt, urgent call to repentance and faith, stressing that salvation is available to all who open their hearts to Christ, while warning of the eternal consequences of rejection. The tone is both solemn and pastoral, combining theological precision with deep compassion for the lost.
Today on WGOD Radio, we look at the Great White Throne Judgment. Not your destiny, by the way, if you have received the Lord Jesus Christ!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are describing the Great White Throne Judgment of Revelation twenty. Who is this judgment for? Some call this “Final Judgment,” but why is this not the best / correct perception of it? Why is it beneficial to study this judgment? Please listen
Show #2554 Show Notes: Where does the soul go when a person dies? https://bibleask.org/where-does-the-soul-go-when-a-person-dies/ Great White Throne Judgment: https://www.gotquestions.org/great-white-throne-judgment.html Revelation 20: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=rev%2020&version=KJV Luke 16:19-31 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=luke%2016%3A19-31&version=KJV The intermediate state: https://bibleask.org/resources/bible-answers/112-the-intermediate-state/
The Bible says it is a terrifying thing to fall into the hands of the living God, and that is exactly what is in store for every person who rejects the gift of salvation. Discover what takes place at the Great White Throne Judgment, the final judgment for all unbelievers with this message called, FROM SAVIOR TO JUDGE. It's from Pastor Jeff Schreve's series, FOREVER AND EVER: THE REALITY OF ETERNAL HEAVEN AND ETERNAL HELL.
What you do with Jesus in this life determines what He does with you in the next. The Bible says it is a terrifying thing to fall into the hands of the living God, and that is exactly what is in store for every person who rejects the gift of salvation. In this message from Pastor Jeff Schreve, you'll discover what takes place at the Great White Throne Judgment, the final judgment for all unbelievers. It's called, FROM SAVIOR TO JUDGE and it's from the series, FOREVER AND EVER: THE REALITY OF ETERNAL HEAVEN AND ETERNAL HELL.
In this session, John Ankerberg, Gary Hamrick, and Jeff Kinley examine what God has in store for believers in eternity. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29?v=20251111
The government presently in God's Church is the same form of government by which Christ shall rule all nations during the Millennium and the Great White Throne Judgment period.
In this week's message, titled “Great White Throne Judgment,” we turn to Revelation 20—a powerful and sobering passage that reveals the final judgment of God. This scripture reminds us of both the seriousness of sin and the incredible grace of … Continued
Sermon: The Great White Throne JudgmentSeries: Revelation - Jesus Wins!Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15Speaker: Dr. Jimmy A. LongLocation: Grace Fellowship of GreensboroDate: Sunday, November 2, 2025
When all is said and done; when the Millennium is passed; when the Great White Throne Judgment is finished, and the last of all the loose ends are tied up; when the earth has been melted down with fervent heat; when there's a new heavens and a new earth, and the heavenly city New Jerusalem has descended upon it...who will you be?
When all is said and done; when the Millennium is passed; when the Great White Throne Judgment is finished, and the last of all the loose ends are tied up; when the earth has been melted down with fervent heat; when there's a new heavens and a new earth, and the heavenly city New Jerusalem has descended upon it...who will you be?
By John LaBissoniere - Past experiences can have us questioning the fate of those who have died. This message emphasizes God's promise in Isaiah 49:14 to never forget anyone, revealing His plan to resurrect and offer salvation to all humanity during the "Last Great Day" or the Great White Throne Judgment. It underscores
By John May - The focus of the message is on the Great White Throne Judgment of the “rest of the dead” -- all those who are restored to life in the Second Resurrection. These will include the majority of Adam and Eve's descendants (all the families of the earth gathered from across time and geographic lands). The
By Carl Kasperson - We hear and read a lot – in the Bible itself and in Church literature and sermons -- about how wonderful it will be to be a physical human being in the Millennium (and, for that matter, in the Great White Throne Judgment. But what about us? How will we live during the Millennium? In this sermon I
Marilyn Hickey describes the thousand-year reign of Christ, where Satan is bound and unable to deceive the nations. The martyrs are resurrected and reign with Jesus during this millennium. Afterward, Satan is released for a short time, leads a final rebellion, and is cast forever into the lake of fire. The chapter ends with the Great White Throne Judgment, where all are judged according to their works, and those not found in the Book of Life face the second death. Jaggy, Tedi, and I thank you for tuning in and SHARING!
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...
Concerning the Day of Atonement, Moses said, “Atonement will be made for you on this day to cleanse you, and you will be clean from all your sins before the Lord” (Lev 16:30). For the believer, this is gospel – good news! For the one who rejects this gracious offer, it will be a terrifying day to say the least! As with all the Holydays there is a past initiation with Moses and a past inaugural fulfillment with the first advent of Yeshua to our world nearly 2000 years ago. Paul informs us that there is a future final consummate fulfillment of the Holydays when Yeshua returns to our world the second and final time. Join us we will look at the themes of the Day of the Shofar, the Ten Days of Awe, the Day of Atonement and the Day of Judgement in their final fulfillment when Yeshua returns.
When do the final judgments occur in relation to other end times events? Is the judgment seat of Christ for believers and the great white throne for unbelievers? When is God going to give us our final judgment?
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!
In this episode of the Hope Rescue Podcast, we unpack the three major end-times judgments: the Judgment Seat of Christ, the Sheep and Goats Judgment, and the Great White Throne Judgment. Is there room in your theology for God's justice? Join us as we explore what Scripture says about each judgment and how they reveal both God's mercy and His righteousness. Resources: Purchase Tim's book "Breathe": Link Show notes and more info: Hope Rescue If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on iTunes. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook @hoperescuepodcast. For comments, questions, or suggestions for future episodes, email us at hoperescuepodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! We appreciate your support!
Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Kathryn Wright are discussing the timing of the judgment of the goats mentioned in Matthew 25. Who are these goats, and why are they called goats? What is the judgment they receive and why? Please listen and never miss an episode of the Grace
The Bible tells us that every person, both believers and unbelievers, has a divine appointment that we must keep. There is coming a day when you will stand before Christ and be judged for your deeds, discussions, and decisions. In today's study on the Great White Throne Judgment, I would like us to focus on these five questions:1 - How many end-time judgments will there be? 2 - Who will be present at the Great White Throne Judgment? 3 - Will there be an opportunity for forgiveness and mercy? 4 - When will the Great White Throne Judgment take place? 5 - What will happen to those present at the Great White Throne Judgment? Key Scriptures for today's teaching: Revelation 20:11-15Other Scriptures in this study: Matthew 25:31-46; I Corinthians 6:3; Jude 6; John 5:22;Unless otherwise noted, most Scripture will be from the NLT, the New Living TranslationIf you prayed with Tiff, click here https://lostlamb.org/ and let him know! Connect with Tiff Shuttlesworth:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LostLambAssociation/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffshuttlesworth/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/tiffshuttleswor Learn more about my ministry: https://lostlamb.org/ Learn more about my ministry in Canada: https://www.lostlamb.ca