End Times Judgment is a profound theme woven throughout Scripture, emphasizing the certainty of God's righteous evaluation of humanity. As seen in Matthew 25:31-46, Jesus vividly describes the separation of the sheep from the goats, illustrating the ultimate accountability each person has before Him. The Apostle Paul further affirms this in 2 Corinthians 5:10, where he states that we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ to receive what is due for the things done while in the body, whether good or bad. This judgment is not only personal but also cosmic, as Revelation 20:11-15 reveals the great white throne judgment, where the dead are judged according to their deeds. The Bible also warns of the signs preceding this judgment, including moral decay and societal upheaval, as indicated in 2 Timothy 3:1-5. In the context of commercialism, as discussed in the sermon 'Vii. the Commercial Sign,' we are reminded that earthly pursuits will ultimately be scrutinized in light of eternal values. Believers are encouraged to live with an eternal perspective, knowing that their actions have lasting significance in the eyes of God. The call to repentance and faith in Christ is urgent, as the day of the Lord approaches, reminding us of the hope and justice that will be fully realized in His coming kingdom.
Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the last Biblical sign of the times mentioned in James 5:1-8, focusing on the 'heaping up' of treasures in 'the last days,' which signifies an increase in wealth and poverty. The passage warns the rich of the consequences of their corrupted riches and emphasizes the imp