PASTOR CHRIS

Judgment Day!


"There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus"
(Romans 8:1).

T he word translated condemnation in this verse of Scripture also means

Judgment. So we can read it thus: There is therefore now no judgment to them
which are in Christ Jesus. Judgment is a part and of Gods programme even though
some folks dont think so. The Bible clearly reveals two main judgments for sinners. The
first one took place when the Lord Jesus was judged for the sins of mankind on the cross
of Calvary, and the second will take place on the judgment day, before the great white
throne. Sadly, most folks are only familiar with the latter.
According to Romans 8:1, man doesnt have to face the second judgment. He can
obtain Gods righteousness by faith in the first judgment. Jesus became the sacrifice for
our sin on the cross of Calvary and He paid the penalty by His death (Galatians 3:13-
14). Thank God He didnt remain in the grave. He resurrected on the third day! Therefore,
as many as believe in Him are justified from every sin. Whats more, what we have is
more than remission of sins; we now have a new nature. So you see, we have every
reason to celebrate the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus. Hallelujah!
Today, Jesus is sitting on the throne of grace calling all men to accept what He did for
them. Now, every man can boldly come before the throne of grace to obtain mercy
(Hebrews 4:16). But someday not too far away, that throne of grace will become the
throne of judgment where the entire world would be judged according to their works.
Its our responsibility to announce to the world that the price has been paid already for
their redemption as there will be no place for repentance on the Day of Judgment.

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F U RT H E R S T U DY : R O M A N S 4:25; J U D E 1:14-15

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