As we live and work here on earth, it is relatively easy for us to hide things
and pretend. But the true character of our works will ultimately be exposed
at the Judgment Seat of Christ. He will reveal whether our works have been
good or bad. The character of our service will be revealed as well as the
motives that impelled us.
For those of us who have been faithful, it will be a time of rejoicing as we
glorify the Lord by giving our rewards back to Him in worship and praise.
It behooves every Christian to examine his own life regularly to see if he is
ready for the Judgment Seat of Christ. You will want to give a good account
before Christ, so live today with that thought in mind.
From God’s Word: “Every man shall receive his own reward according to
his own labor Every man’s work shall be made manifest: for the day shall
declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every
man’s work of what sort it is” (1 Corinthians 3:8, 13).
For further study: John 5:24; Romans 8:1; Revelation 20:11; 1 Corinthians
3:10-15, 4:1-5.
Action assignment: Consider what a great blessing it is to know that you
won’t be condemned for your sins. Talk to God and thank Him for that fact.
What are the things in your life that Christ will reward you for? What are the
things you can do today that Christ could count as “good works”?
Warren W. Wiersbe
www.backtothebible.in