The Issue of Accountability. Part [1] 08/14/2024 (Evening thought)

2nd Corinthians 5: 10 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.

In the above passage, when the apostle says that all must appear before the judgment seat of Christ, he means all. It includes all Christians, all Muslims, all Buddhists, all secular folk, all Hindus, all the rich and poor, and everyone who is in high authority on this planet. All means all. The issue of accountability, as stated in the passage has to do with Christ meting out the just and correct recompence, for deeds done while persons lived on this earth.

His judgment supersedes and transcends all earthly tribunals which are prone to tip the scales of justice in favor of persons who have influence, or who can afford to pay to play. Thus, as mortals we must keep in mind that the God of heaven keeps an accurate account of things that are done in the darkness, or in the light of day, for it is stated unequivocally in the Bible, that nothing we do escapes His gaze.

Persons may endeavor to cover up wrongs and sins from parents, family, friends and citizenry. But there is no cover up with God, who sees all, and knows it all, and it is for this reason that we should harbor a consciousness of His presence in everything we do, think, and say.

Hebrews 4: 12 For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

May God add His blessing to the study of His word. Good night” and God bless!