Podcasts about judgment seat

Send a textWhat happens when you reread your past after grace breaks in? We start with a jarring moment: a former rock frontman, once convinced his songs gave voice to pain, discovers he'd been preaching despair, drugs, and self-harm. That confession opens a candid exploration of sin's strategy—how it starts small, earns our loyalty, and ends as a master—alongside the surprising hope the gospel offers when identity shifts from sin to Christ.We move through raw stories of addiction's tunnel vision and the way “private” choices ripple through families and friends. Then we press into Scripture with care: the difference between breaking man's law and offending God, why spiritual words require the Spirit, and how Moses choosing reproach over Egypt still reads like freedom. The heart of the conversation centers on identity and assurance. If believers are said to “not sin,” what does that mean when we still fail? We unpack union with Christ, imputed righteousness, and why there's no condemnation for those who belong to him—without letting holiness fall off the map.The group tackles the Judgment Seat and the often-misread passage on wood, hay, and stubble. We clarify what it means to build on the foundation of Jesus with work that lasts, how motives are tested, and why rewards don't undermine grace. Along the way, we challenge both cheap assurance and anxious striving: salvation is secure, and stewardship still matters. By the end, you'll have a clearer grasp of how sin's lie of hopelessness is broken, why identity in Christ changes how we act and speak, and how to pursue a life that endures the fire with joy.If this conversation gave you language for your own story, share it with a friend, subscribe for new episodes, and leave a review to help others find the show.RISE RADIOEach week we discuss some of the most important issues we face in our society today.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Worked hard, did everything right — and walked away unnoticed? God saw every bit of it. And He's keeping record.In this episode, Pastor Roderick Webster concludes the employer/employee passage in Ephesians 6 (KJV) with a word that encourages every faithful worker — and holds every employer accountable.Why God is the ultimate bookkeeper at your workplaceWhat the Judgment Seat of Christ means for daily workHow Galatians 6:7 applies to the office, the job site, and the boardroomWhy threatening and mistreating workers is forbidden in ScriptureWhat mutual respect between employers and employees looks like biblicallyWhy good employees are a gift worth cherishing and rewarding

Read OnlineJesus said to his disciples: “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.” Luke 6:36What is mercy? How is the Father in Heaven merciful? Suppose someone lived a life contrary to God's will. When that person dies and stands before the Judgment Seat of God, will God, in His mercy, say, “That's okay, you can enter Heaven even though you do not deserve it”? Or in our lives, if someone is living an openly sinful lifestyle that is objectively contrary to God's moral law, should we say, “If living that way makes you happy, then I'm happy for you”? Neither of these depicts authentic mercy.After telling us, “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful,” Jesus defines what He means. First, He tells us what not to do: “Stop judging…Stop condemning.” God, and God alone, has the authority to judge and condemn. We do not. Therefore, when we judge and condemn another, we usurp God's authority. Only God sees the heart; therefore, only God can judge a person.However, the command to “Stop judging” and “Stop condemning” must be exercised from two perspectives. On the one hand, we ought not to judge a person as a sinner deserving condemnation. On the other hand, we ought not to declare a person morally righteous, especially when someone's actions contradict God's revealed law. So what are we to do? We limit our judgment to the objective moral actions that God has revealed, leaving it to God to condemn or exonerate the heart. This will free us from anger and enable us to express authentic love.For example, if two people live as husband and wife even though they are not married, we should look for an opportunity to express our hope that they enter into marriage rather than continue living together while unmarried. This is not a condemnation of their souls but a proclamation of God's objective moral law. It's the Gospel, and we must speak it with kindness, patience, and clarity. Furthermore, if we express to these same individuals that we are somehow happy for them and support their living arrangement, we are also wrongly judging them to be in God's good graces, which is just as sinful on our part. Hence, not judging and not condemning means we focus on the objective action, not the heart. This can be difficult, especially with those closest to us, but it is essential in practicing true mercy.What Jesus says next is even more challenging: “Forgive” and “give.” As an added motivation, Jesus explains that we will only be forgiven when we forgive others, and good gifts will be given to us only when we give. Forgiveness and generosity are acts of great mercy. To forgive is to offer pardon to one who has committed some sin against us. Though we never know a person's heart and, therefore, their culpability for an action, there are plenty of times when an offense is committed against us. In this case, there is only one appropriate response: forgive and give kindness, compassion, and mercy. We must never hold a grudge, remain angry, sulk over an injury, or hold a sin against another. Never.The challenge is that human reason alone cannot fully comprehend this. We need divine revelation and God's grace to inform our minds and hearts that this is the right thing to do. By drawing closer to Christ in prayer and the sacraments, we can grow in this supernatural mercy, allowing His grace to transform our hearts. Reflect today on this true meaning of mercy. Beg for God's mercy in your life in superabundance. As you do, choose to offer mercy to others to the same extent that you ask for God's mercy. Give generously, exceeding what your human reason alone comprehends, and God will pour His mercy upon you in the same incomprehensible way.My merciful Lord, there are many times when I judge another, hold a grudge, and am stingy with mercy. Please give me Your Heart so that I can overcome my failures and give of myself with supernatural virtue. I want to be like You, my God. Help me show mercy in superabundance. Jesus, I trust in You.Image via Adobe StockSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

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.

An episode from East River Baptist Church, a conservative, independent body of King James Bible believers located on the Northeast side of Houston, Texas.If you are looking for a church in the Houston Texas area that preaches the Truth from God's Word, reach out to us at any time. We would love to hear from you at (281) 399-3030 or on our website ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ERBCTexas.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You may also write to them at:East River Baptist ChurchP.O. Box 983New Caney, TX 77357 This message is part of the KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast, a ministry dedicated to making faithful, King James Bible preaching available to all; especially those who may have limited access to sound biblical teaching.Our purpose is simple: to exalt the Lord Jesus Christ, uphold the authority of the Holy Scriptures, and point souls to the truth of God's Word. Every message shared through this podcast comes from likeminded, Bible-believing churches and ministries that hold firmly to the King James Bible as the final authority in faith and practice.This podcast is used as a Gospel resource and teaching tool, including outreach efforts to individuals who are incarcerated. We believe God's Word is living, powerful, and able to work in hearts wherever it is heard.If you are a pastor, preacher, or church that faithfully preaches from the King James Bible and would like to learn more about being part of this podcast, or if you have questions about this ministry, you are welcome to reach out.The KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast is directly supported by Doss Metrics LLC | Ministry Services based out of Cleveland Texas. If you have any questions regarding this podcast, or the churches hosted on the podcast, please reach out to us directly at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dossmetrics@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or write to us at: Doss Metrics | KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast1501 McBride Rd.Cleveland, TX 77328 God Bless#KJV #BaptistChurches #BiblePreaching #KJVPreaching #KingJamesBible #ChurchSermons #ChristianPodcasts #BibilicalTeaching #EastRiverBaptistChurch #RogerHoots

A clear understanding of history can provide the foundation for a clear understanding of prophecy. Even so, the Apostle Paul, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, takes his readers from history (the Olympic Games) to prophecy (the judgment seat of Christ). In so doing he is taking them from the known (in their experience) to the unknown (in his explanation).  Join us as we examine the nature of rewards at the judgment seat of Christ. .

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates will respond to a question about 1 John 1:9. Will confessed sin be brought up at the Judgment Seat of Christ? What about unconfessed sin? What will be judged at this judgment? Thanks for listening & never miss an episode of the

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr are answering a question about believers being judged by God. What about our bad works or deeds? Do they not denote or imply sin or sins? If Jesus has already taken the judgment for believers' sins, how does this work at the Judgment

A weekly class at OAG taught by Chaplain Lou Parker.** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses **Title: Prelude to Paradise: Satan Bound, Free Will Tested, Judgment RevealedSummary: God temporarily removes Satan to prove that humanity's sin problem is rooted in the human heart, clarifying free will, final judgment, and the eternal distinction between salvation and condemnation.Approximate Lesson Outline:00:00 - Prelude to Paradise03:20 - Satan Bound and the Power of God's Seal06:45 - No More Excuses: Sin Without the Devil10:15 - Free Will, Not Robots14:10 - The Great White Throne Judgment18:45 - Two Resurrections Explained22:10 - Judgment Seat of Christ vs Final Judgment26:15 - Rewards, Crowns, and Eternal Accountability29:10 - New Heaven, New Earth, Final Hope

Jerod asks John to back up his take on the Judgment Seat of Christ. What is it? Who is it for? And perhaps most interesting: when is it? Scriptures referenced include 2nd Corinthians 5:10, Romans 14:10, and a whole host of others. John also gives some of his back story on coming to understand Philippians 3:11 and Jerod tries to pick up a little latin.Program: Biblically SpeakingAired: November 15, 2014

⚠️ Every Christian will stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ—but it's NOT about your salvation. If you've ever wondered whether believers face judgment, this sermon on Romans 14 will change how you understand your eternal future. Pastor Fortunato breaks down the three critical judgments in Scripture that every Christian must understand: the Judgment of Sin (finished at the cross), the Judgment of Sons (happening now through God's discipline), and the Judgment of Saints (your future report card in heaven). Here's what most Christians miss: The Judgment Seat of Christ isn't about WHERE you're going—it's about WHAT you did for Jesus. This isn't condemnation; it's a divine evaluation of your service, faithfulness, and stewardship as God's child. Will you receive rewards and crowns, or will you stand before Christ empty-handed? You'll discover: ✅ Why judgment and condemnation are NOT the same thing ✅ The difference between the King James Bible and modern versions on this doctrine ✅ How the Judgment Seat of Christ proves Jesus is God (powerful refutation of Jehovah's Witnesses) ✅ Why working for God is NOT legalism—it's required faithfulness ✅ What parents will answer for at the judgment seat ✅ How to live NOW with that future day in mind This message includes a powerful object lesson with folders illustrating each judgment—perfect for teaching your family about eternal accountability. Whether you're raising children, struggling with motivation for ministry, or wondering what happens after the rapture, this sermon provides biblical clarity on believers' rewards in heaven.

Let's review four differences between work and jobs. First, your job may employ none of your gifts; your work employs all your gifts. Second, your job will inevitably result in income; your work may never result in income. Third, there is always someone else who can do your job; there is never anyone else who can do your work. And fourth, your job may sometimes produce frustration; your work will most often produce fruit. But now, let’s consider two other differences in your job and your work. Your job will end in retirement; your work will not end until death. Jobs come to an end. Either you retire, walk away from the job, or the job is eliminated. If your self-worth is linked to your job, then the loss or end of a job can be devastating, and it is to many people. Work, however, has no termination age. There’s no 65-year cut-off point for your work. Retirement from work is retirement from life, and it is not scheduled by men but by God. Your work may and most likely will take some turns and changes as you progress through life. But I think of elderly Christians who are no longer physically able to do many of the things they did for the Lord earlier in their lives. Their work has changed, and now they are marvelous prayer warriors, doing the most important of all work. Your work may never become your job; your job could never replace your work. Many think the ultimate in life would be to have a job that becomes our work, so what we do every day to enable us to earn a living is the same thing God has called us to do and gifted us to do for his glory. But let me tell you, that rarely happens, and that's because it doesn’t fit into God’s plan for reaching the world. He’s left us in this world to be his salt and light, and that means we need to mingle in the marketplace where the people are. That means we need jobs to get us in there, so we can do the work God has called us to do, in many cases. Most of us will find it necessary to continue committing large portions of our lives to a job that does not fully define or fulfill us. But that doesn’t mean we can’t be successful at our work. Our jobs and our work don’t have to be in competition. In fact, when we’re in right relationship with God’s plan for our lives, they will not be in competition. Now, you may be thinking, “You mean, I can’t expect to find a job I really love?” No, that’s not what I mean. If we’re smart, we’ll educate ourselves and do everything we can to match our jobs with our talents and strengths, so that they are not working against our gifts. For example, my last business job was to make training presentations. Not only do I enjoy making presentations, but in the process of doing my job, I was trained to do my work better. I enjoyed my job, though I would not have voluntarily done it if there was not a need to make money. However, that job was a tool in God’s hands to prepare me for my work and to touch other lives I would never have touched otherwise. And then the other great truth of Scripture is when we are walking with Jesus, everything we do can be done for his glory. No matter what job we have, as Christians we can do it to God’s glory, and it becomes meaningful and purposeful. I think of one of my listeners who used to work in a large bakery, doing rather repetitive work, which could be described as unchallenging and unfulfilling. But this woman viewed her place of employment as her Jerusalem where she was to take God’s good news. And God gave her incredible opportunities to witness to many people, including executives in the company. I never knew her to complain about the lack of fulfillment in her job, though I’m sure there were days she got bored with the routine. She went to work each morning to see what exciting thing God would do through her that day, and she didn’t occupy her mind with the mundaneness of the job itself. You can know fulfillment amid a routine job if you know Jesus, and you’re doing your work for his glory. We are in a win-win situation when we know Jesus. He gives us meaningful work, and then he says even our jobs, which are not our work, can be done to his glory if our attitude is right. Either way—whether you’re doing your job or your work, you are working for Jesus, and it counts for eternity. Now, if you understand the difference between your job and your work, then lots of puzzles start to clear up for you. Your ultimate objectives should be: To achieve harmony between your job and your work. That’s going to take different forms for different people. But isn’t it great and wonderful to know it doesn’t matter whether we’re gifted for some great job success. We are gifted for success in our work, and if we do the work God has called us to do, we will be successful in his eyes. To do as much work as possible while doing your job. Our challenge is to know what our work is and then prioritize our lives so we have time to do our work. And is that ever a challenge! Please keep in your mind the ever-present vision of standing before Jesus to give an account of how you’ve used your time here on earth. If you get so involved in your job or anything else so you don’t do your work, you will be very embarrassed when accounting time comes. We’re told in 1 Corinthians 3 our work will be shown for what it is at the Day of Judgment. And we will have wood, hay, or straw, or we’ll have gold, silver, and costly stones. Then the fire at the Judgment Seat will reveal the quality of our work. Now, wood, hay, and stubble take up a lot more space than gold, silver, and costly stones, right? And we get fooled sometimes by volume. If I had a million dollars I could buy a bunch of wood, hay, and straw, and it would take up space. But if I brought a million dollars of gold, silver, and costly stones, I could hold them in my hand or at most a small bag. You might not notice it, and it wouldn’t take up much room. If we don’t understand the difference, we might opt for the wood, hay, and straw because it looks bigger. But that stuff burns fast when you strike a match to it, whereas the gold, silver, and costly stones will survive any fire you put them through. Do you get the picture here? Sometimes, with poor earthly eyesight, we spend our lives doing things that burn up. They look important here because they take up space and time. But in eternity, they are worthless. It is super important to get the priorities of our lives in line with God's word and do the important things, not just the urgent ones. We must look for ways for our jobs to encompass more of our work. Recognizing we spend a large portion of our lives at our jobs, of necessity, and knowing only our work counts for eternity, we need to find ways to incorporate our work into our job. That might mean looking for another job—one that maybe doesn’t pay as much—in order to have more time for our work or to do our work with our job. Here are some good things to consider when evaluating whether you’re in the right job: A good job is one that: plays to your personal strengths. Look for a job that uses your gifts and allows you to polish and perfect your gifts. meets a legitimate need. Even though our jobs are earth-bound, there are jobs which certainly meet legitimate needs, and those are more satisfying than others. There are simply some jobs Christians should not hold, because they don’t contribute to any good in our society. doesn’t compromise your core values or biblical principles. finances your lifestyle and your work. allows you to contribute to ministry. Many people are called by God to jobs so they have money to contribute to ministry. You may have the gift of giving and therefore your job is important to your work. gives you a platform for credible witness. This is one major reason we have jobs, because it gets our feet in the doors where otherwise we would never go. provides contact with people you can impact. People are the most important thing to God. There's a song written by Steve Green, and the words are right on. He wrote, “People need the Lord, at the end of broken dreams, he's the open door. We are called to take his light to a world where wrong seems right. They must hear the words of life only we can share. People need the Lord. When will we realize that people need the Lord.” Wherever your job takes you, there are people. And since no one is in your life by accident, people are in your life to give you an opportunity in some way—brief or small as it may be—to tell them you have found what they are unconsciously looking for—Jesus. That's one way the job you have can be transformed into the work God has given you to do. Just introduce people to Jesus. I hope these thoughts on your job versus your work have been thought provoking for you. I think we could see some significant attitude changes toward our jobs if every Christian had this clear worldview.

As a Christian, do you limit yourself by not delegating your essential thinking to others? Do you know the Bible to command the essentials of God's love, salvation, and making disciples? Or do you get tied up with opaque theories and theologies that obscure the simple yet profound purposes of God? Join Kevin as we take a look at the topic of limits and the inappropriate delegation of thinking! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Philippe Sterling are continuing a short series about Eschatology with teaching about The Judgment Seat of Christ. Why is this judgment seat soimportant for believers? What are five motivations to serve Christ in the coming year? Please listen to this and every episode of

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In this sermon, we discuss the fact that all of us will appear before the bema, or judgement seat of King Jesus. For the Christian, the Judge also happens to be the Savior, so we can have confidence on that day. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pdchurch.substack.com

• God starts the church at Pentecost. • The church on earth is united with the ascended, seated Lord Jesus in Heaven. • The mission of the church is to make disciples of Christ. • The church has spiritual enemies and will suffer from the attack of Satan. • God will protect the church from Israel's Tribulation. • God will evaluate the church's performance at the Judgment Seat of Christ. • The church will return to earth with Jesus to start the Kingdom. What is the difference between a believer and a disciple in the Church Age? Listen to this lesson to understand the ways that God's plan for the Church Age differs from His plan for Israel. See that in the Church Age all believers are indwelt by the Holy Spirit, their Helper. Find out that Church Age believers are to grow to spiritual maturity by studying God's Word and walking by means of the Holy Spirit and that the Church Age ends when believers are taken to Heaven to escape the Tribulation. Understand that after being evaluated at the Judgment Seat of Christ they will return with Christ to earth and have roles in the Kingdom. Click for information about the DBM Israel 2026 Tour.

Sandy Higgins expounds the topic of the judgment seat of Christ. When will it take place? Where? Why? How? Readings: Rom 14:10-12, 1 Cor 3:10-15, 4:1-5, 2 Cor 5:10, Heb 13:17, Rev 22:12-13. (Recorded in Barrington Gospel Hall, NJ, USA) The post The Judgment Seat of Christ | Sandy Higgins first appeared on Gospel Hall Audio.

One of the clearest appointments mentioned in scripture is the day of reckoning which all Christians have with King Jesus. Individually, one by one, every child of God will stand before the gracious, merciful, and kind King who will then evaluate the eternal worth of the lives which we live don earth. Jesus promises reward for all who lived for Him! Interestingly, while salvation is equal and free, rewards are not. Salvation is freely given through faith in Christ, but rewards are all earned by the Christian. How we are living for Christ during this present life actually merits or forfeits eternal reward. This is incredible motivation for all Jesus-followers to live proactively for eternal things with pure, spiritual motivations. This message places before us that moment when we stand before the One who loves us most, and we then find out how much our lives mattered for His glory.

One of the clearest appointments mentioned in scripture is the day of reckoning which all Christians have with King Jesus. Individually, one by one, every child of God will stand before the gracious, merciful, and kind King who will then evaluate the eternal worth of the lives which we live don earth. Jesus promises reward for all who lived for Him! Interestingly, while salvation is equal and free, rewards are not. Salvation is freely given through faith in Christ, but rewards are all earned by the Christian. How we are living for Christ during this present life actually merits or forfeits eternal reward. This is incredible motivation for all Jesus-followers to live proactively for eternal things with pure, spiritual motivations. This message places before us that moment when we stand before the One who loves us most, and we then find out how much our lives mattered for His glory.

We welcome John Brooks today as he looks at various scriptures in discussing the judgment seat of Christ or Bema seat and future judgement for Christians and their rewards.

In this message, Pastor Brandon walks through Matthew 7:7 to 29 and explains how Jesus ends the Sermon on the Mount with a sobering reality. There are only two paths, two gates, two trees, two fruits, two teachers, two prophets, two voices, and two foundations. Every person must choose. Jesus contrasts true discipleship with counterfeit spirituality and warns that outward religion without inward obedience will collapse when judgment comes. This passage not only warns unbelievers about salvation, it also calls believers to choose obedience, discernment, and a life built on God's standard rather than the world's. Jesus invites His followers to enter the narrow gate, walk the difficult road of discipleship, reject false teaching, and build their lives on the solid rock of His Word. Pastor Brandon also shows how these contrasts fit into the broader Kingdom program. The narrow way leads to life and future reward, while the broad way leads to loss, destruction, and a wasted life at the Judgment Seat of Messiah. Learn to ask, seek, and knock. Enter the narrow gate. Examine the fruit. Listen to the true Shepherd. Build your life on the rock and avoid the collapse of a life built on sand. Watch now and let the words of Jesus guide your choices in these last days.

In this message, Pastor Brandon walks through Matthew 7:7 to 29 and explains how Jesus ends the Sermon on the Mount with a sobering reality. There are only two paths, two gates, two trees, two fruits, two teachers, two prophets, two voices, and two foundations. Every person must choose. Jesus contrasts true discipleship with counterfeit spirituality and warns that outward religion without inward obedience will collapse when judgment comes. This passage not only warns unbelievers about salvation, it also calls believers to choose obedience, discernment, and a life built on God's standard rather than the world's. Jesus invites His followers to enter the narrow gate, walk the difficult road of discipleship, reject false teaching, and build their lives on the solid rock of His Word. Pastor Brandon also shows how these contrasts fit into the broader Kingdom program. The narrow way leads to life and future reward, while the broad way leads to loss, destruction, and a wasted life at the Judgment Seat of Messiah. Learn to ask, seek, and knock. Enter the narrow gate. Examine the fruit. Listen to the true Shepherd. Build your life on the rock and avoid the collapse of a life built on sand. Watch now and let the words of Jesus guide your choices in these last days.

A look into the history and behavior of the King Herod that was in power when Jesus was born.    Illustration:  Mariamne Leaving the Judgment Seat of Herod - John William Waterhouse, wikimedia commons, Public Domain 

Have you ever received a gift you didn't deserve? This is exactly what happens at the judgment seat of Christ. The Bible is filled with hints of what this event might be like for us. Jill discusses a couple of them for us to try and paint us a picture.Not only do we receive the gift of dwelling in heaven when Christ died on the cross for us, we also get rewarded for the things that Christ did through us while we were on earth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1141/29?v=20251111

Read Online“And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.”  Luke 21:28This passage above concludes a series of teachings by Jesus on the suffering and persecution that will come in this world. But His teachings conclude with this line above, which offers great hope in anticipation of Jesus' return in glory. This passage speaks of the prophetic vision of Daniel (Daniel 7:13–14) that terrified Daniel when he saw it. He witnessed the great persecution to come, as well as the destruction of all evil that will accompany the return of the Son of Man.When you think about both the final coming of Christ as well as your own future death, what comes to mind? If you were informed by an angel that tomorrow would be that day, the day that the Son of Man would return in all His splendor and glory to bring about an end to this world and to issue forth His judgment upon it, how would you react? Would you be terrified? Overjoyed? Hopeful? Confused? Perhaps a little of each of these reactions would be present. Of this time, Jesus said that “nations would be in dismay” and that “People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming into the world.” So what is your reaction to this promised day of our Lord?Those who “die of fright” are clearly those who will experience this day completely unprepared. Meeting the Son of Man, the Son of God, the Savior of the World and the Eternal Judge when you are completely unprepared should be frightful. Imagine, for example, that you were hosting a large dinner party and you got your days mixed up. The day arrived and you weren't expecting anyone until the following week, but the guests started to arrive in great numbers. Imagine your anxiety and embarrassment. Such an experience would be nothing compared to being unprepared for the judgment of Christ when we stand before Him at the time of our death and then at the Final Judgment at the end of the world.The good news is that on that day, for those who are truly prepared through a life of faith and selfless service of God's will, they are told to “stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand.” If you do all you can to prepare for that day, then it will be a day in which you anticipate with the utmost hope and excitement. You will indeed be able to stand erect, turn your eyes to the coming Judge of All, and receive the eternal reward that He so deeply desires to bestow. But this will be your experience only if you are truly ready for that day through a life lived in complete imitation of Christ.Reflect, today, upon that final day. Imagine every person ever created standing before the Judgment Seat of Christ. Every sin and every virtue will be made manifest on that day. The minds and hearts of all will be seen in the light as they are revealed to all by God. And those who have lived lives of fidelity will rejoice as they see God's justice and His mercy unite as His judgments are issued forth. If this day is one that frightens you, consider the reasons why. If you do not look forward to this definitive moment in time, then perhaps you need to ponder more deeply those things you need to do so as to be fully prepared. Prepare yourself today. Do not wait. Our Lord could return at any time. Do not be caught off guard. My eternal Judge, You promise to return to earth at a definitive moment in time to bring about the fullness of justice. May I always be prepared for that day through a life lived in union with You and Your holy will. I pray for that day to come quickly, dear Lord, and that all Your children will be ready to meet You when You come. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: © José Luiz Bernardes RibeiroSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

In this sermon, Pastor Snook turns our attention to one of the most significant yet often misunderstood concepts in biblical theology: The Promise of Rewards in Heaven. Our bible text is the foundational passage of II Corinthians 5:10, which states, 'For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.' We are taught about the  'Judgment Seat of Christ,' known in the Greek as the Bema, and its purpose not as a verdict on salvation—which is settled through faith in Christ—but as an evaluation of the believer's service, faithfulness, and obedience. Join us as we explore the motivations for such service and detail the Five Crowns promised to those who faithfully labor for the Lord.We explore the reasons that should compel us to serve: the personal motivation to please Jesus 4and the practical duty to persuade the lost5. Finally, we detail the Five Crowns—for victory over the flesh, soul-winning, enduring temptation, and more—that faithful servants will receive6666666666666666666666666. Discover what truly matters!Would you like me to find a YouTube video about the "God Did It Tour" or perhaps search for the exact date and location for one of the cities listed in the image?

Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr are answering a question relating to good works and 1 Corinthians 3:15. At the Judgment Seat of Christ, will all believers have at least some good works? Will some have zero good works? What gets consumed by the fire and what lasts?

“The judgment seat of Christ” can fill Christians with a great amount of trepidation and fear. The thought of standing before Him to give an account of one's life quickly brings to mind all of the failures along the way. However, is this how Christ wants His people to think? This sermon will explore the Apostle Paul's message to the Corinthians on how we can not only remove fear from this judgment scene, but also eagerly anticipate its arrival.  A sermon given by Greg Chandler on November 9, 2025.

In our last episode we discovered that every believer's life will be examined at the Judgment Seat of Christ. We saw that all we have said and done that is wood, hay, and straw will go up in smoke, while all we have said and done that is gold, silver, or precious stones all be imperishable and will be rewarded.Today's episode is a search of the three major Scriptural passages on the judgment seat of Christ in order to discover the quality that makes a work imperishable. We will discover three significant components of an imperishable work. Join me for this very practical investigation.

Life is short, but what we build can last forever. In the first week of our Built to Last series, Pastor Gabe teaches what it means to stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ, where our lives will be revealed and rewarded. We discover how to build a life that pleases God and invest in what lasts — souls and the Word of God.

Life is short, but what we build can last forever. In the first week of our Built to Last series, Pastor Gabe teaches what it means to stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ, where our lives will be revealed and rewarded. We discover how to build a life that pleases God and invest in what lasts — souls and the Word of God.

In this session, Jeff Kinley teaches on the Judgment Seat of Christ and how we should live in light of this future event. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/701/29

Thomas Carlyle once wrote, “He who has no vision of eternity has no hold on time.” He is exactly right! We have discovered that every believer must appear at the judgment seat of Christ. Now you ask, “Why is God going to judge believers at the bema?”  A study of the Bible reveals two basic reasons for the judgment seat of Christ. First, there is the present motivation of the believer. Second, there is the future manifestation of the believer. Join me as we examine these life-impacting truths!

In this message, Pastor Brandon breaks down Jesus' powerful teaching in Matthew 6:1–18 — exposing the difference between doing the right thing for the wrong reason and living for the audience of One.   Jesus warned that even good spiritual disciplines — giving, praying, and fasting — can be corrupted by pride when our goal is to be seen by men. The question isn't just what we do for God… it's why we do it.   When you give in secret, pray sincerely, and fast privately, Jesus promises that “your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.” It's not about religious performance — it's about pure motives, private devotion, and eternal reward at the Judgment Seat of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:10).   Discover how to: ✅ Guard your heart from hypocrisy ✅ Develop a private devotional life that pleases God ✅ Trade human applause for heavenly reward  

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.

Judgement Day—it's one of the most misunderstood topics in the Bible. But what if it's not about fear at all? In this week's message, Pastor Ken Senchal reveals how believers can look forward to the Judgment Seat of Christ with hope, knowing that God rewards faithfulness and discipleship. Learn how to: Prepare for eternity with confidence Move from being a convert to a disciple Live a life of Kingdom impact This episode will encourage you to shift your focus from fear of the future to hope in Christ.

This week, Pastor Ben Applebee continues off our new series called "Membership", by focusing on judging one another. Prepare for this spicy topic!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

Our words, for better or for worse, have the power to build up or tear down. In this episode, Chad and Robert unpack what the Bible says about the power of our words, why what we speak flows from what we store in our hearts, and how we can become people who use words to reflect the love and truth of God in every relationship.Subscribe to receive our latest videos!Website: https://www.sunvalleycc.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunvalleycc/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunvalleycc/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sunvalleyccTo support Sun Valley and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://www.sunvalleycc.com/givingGod loves you no matter who you are, what you've done, or what's been done to you. This is the vision of Sun Valley Community Church, led by Pastor Chad Moore and based in Gilbert, AZ with multiple locations throughout the Phoenix valley.00:00 What's In Your Heart Comes Out in Your Words  02:14 The Power of a Single Moment  03:36 Jesus on Words and Judgment  07:00 What Happens at the Judgment Seat for Believers  10:08 Writing, Editing, and the Value of Careful Speech  12:17 Why Relational Wisdom Requires Verbal Discipline  15:40 Words That Shape Identity, Especially for Kids  17:59 Influence Amplifies Your Words  21:05 Changing Your Heart Changes Your Words