Judgement Seat of Christ

The subject of the judgement seat of Christ is both sobering and deeply encouraging. This series of classes, led by Brother Eric Mansfield, explores what scripture teaches about the return of Christ, the resurrection, and the judgement that awaits every believer. Through careful study and heartfelt exhortation, the series urges us to prepare our lives now, to think clearly about our responsibility before God, and to look with hope toward the unity and glory that will be shared with Christ in his kingdom.

The Need for Personal Preparation

The opening class reminds us that the return of Christ is imminent and that each of us will personally stand before him. While it is easy to focus on world events or prophetic signs, the greatest challenge lies in preparing our own hearts and lives. We are urged not to be distracted by the cares of daily life but to remain watchful, spiritually alert, and dedicated to the truth.

The Importance of Understanding the Judgement Seat

This study stresses that knowledge of the judgement seat is essential for shaping our walk in Christ. By considering examples from scripture such as Lot’s wife and the warnings of Paul, we are reminded that the influence of the world can easily weaken the ecclesia. We must fill our minds with God’s word, strengthen one another, and prepare for the resurrection and gathering of both the living and the dead to Christ for judgement.

The Time of the Judgement

The third class highlights that today is our day of opportunity. Drawing on passages about Israel’s wilderness journey and the Day of Atonement, we are encouraged to focus our priorities on Christ and not delay in preparing for his return. The trumpets of warning are already sounding in the world around us, reminding us that the day of accountability is near.

Who Will Be Raised to Judgement?

Attention then turns to who will appear before Christ. Scripture shows that judgement begins at the household of faith, but responsibility extends to all who have come to understand God’s word. This class emphasizes that God will not save flesh, but rather those in whom His likeness has been formed. Our lives must reflect His principles, and our hope must rest in being counted among the righteous at the appearing of Christ.

The Judgement Seat of Christ

Here the three categories present at the judgement seat are carefully explained: those accepted, those rejected though once baptized, and those who came to knowledge but did not act. We are shown that responsibility comes through understanding. While many in the world will remain in the grave, those enlightened by the gospel will give account. The exhortation is clear: allow the word to transform us fully, driving out anything that would draw us from God.

That They All May Be One

The final class looks forward with hope to the outcome of the judgement: unity with Christ. Those found worthy, down through the generations, will be made one with him and share in his glory. Though scripture also records examples of those who will be rejected, the great promise is that faithful men and women will stand together with Christ, united in immortality, to reign with him in the kingdom.

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