Judgement
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Limitations Compared to God (and Humans in Christ) — Satan’s Boundaries, Defeat, and Final Judgment
The Nature and Powers of Satan – A Biblical-Theological Series 1. Introduction While Satan is portrayed throughout Scripture as powerful, cunning, and dangerous, he is also consistently shown to be limited, finite, and ultimately defeatable. He is not an equal opposite to God but a created being under sovereign constraint.…
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10: Final Judgment – Who Stands Before God?
Human Composition in Biblical Theology 1. Introduction The final judgment is the culmination of God’s plan for humanity, where every person will stand before Him in bodily, spiritual, and moral accountability. Scripture teaches that it is not only the soul or spirit, but the entire human being—body, soul, and spirit—that…
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Chapter 3: The Work of the Holy Spirit in Conviction
Overview: How God Awakens the Heart The convicting work of the Holy Spirit is the crucial starting point in the believer’s journey of salvation. Before a person can respond to the gospel in saving faith and genuine repentance, they must be awakened to the reality of sin, the righteousness of…
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Chapter 17: Death, Judgment, and Eternal Hope
Part V: The Final Destiny – Glory in Christ Overview: What Happens After We Die? The reality of death is a universal certainty, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood and often-avoided topics. From a biblical perspective, death is not the end, but a transition into eternity. For the…
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God’s Perfect Judgement vs. Human Partiality and Moral Failure
Section 10: Justice and Mercy — God’s Perfect Judgement vs. Human Partiality and Moral Failure 1. Introduction Justice is at the heart of biblical revelation—God is presented as a righteous judge who upholds truth and restores order. However, human justice systems and individual moral reasoning are deeply flawed: partial, inconsistent,…
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The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds (Tares)
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds (Tares) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Kingdom of God / Heaven; Coexistence of Good and Evil; Final Judgement 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells of a man who sowed good wheat seed in his field. While he…
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The Parable of the Dragnet
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Dragnet(also known as The Net) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Kingdom of God / Heaven; Final Judgment; Separation of the Righteous and Wicked 4. Parable Summary Jesus compares the Kingdom of Heaven to a dragnet that is cast into the…
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The Parable of the Ten Virgins
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Ten Virgins(also known as The Wise and Foolish Virgins) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Readiness for Christ’s Return; Wisdom and Watchfulness 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells of ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to…
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The Parable of the Talents
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Talents(related but distinct from The Parable of the Minas in Luke 19:11–27) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Stewardship; Faithful Service; Eternal Reward or Loss 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells of a man going on a journey who…
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The Parable of the Minas
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Minas(also called The Ten Servants or The Pounds) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Stewardship; Accountability; Leadership; Reward and Judgment; Kingdom Delay 4. Parable Summary As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, He tells a parable to correct the mistaken belief that the Kingdom…
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The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats(also known as The Judgment of the Nations) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Compassion and Justice; Kingdom Ethics 4. Parable Summary Jesus describes a future scene where the Son of Man comes in His…
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The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders(also known as The Two Foundations) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Obedience; Discipleship; Spiritual Foundations 4. Parable Summary Jesus concludes the Sermon on the Mount (or the Sermon on the Plain in Luke) with…
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The Parable of the Faithful and Unfaithful Servants
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Faithful and Unfaithful Servants(also known as The Wise Manager or The Two Servants) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Leadership Accountability; Preparedness and Stewardship 4. Parable Summary Jesus speaks of a master who appoints a servant over his…
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The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Judgment and Eschatology; Divine Patience; Repentance and Fruitfulness 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells of a man who planted a fig tree in his vineyard and came looking for fruit on it for…
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The Parable of the Wicked Tenants
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wicked Tenants(also known as The Parable of the Vineyard or The Parable of the Tenants in the Vineyard) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Love and Mercy to Others; Rejection of God’s Messengers; Accountability; Judgment and Restoration 4. Parable Summary A…
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The Saying: The Speck and the Log
1. Title of the Saying The Speck and the Log(also known as The Mote and the Beam) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Short Parabolic Sayings / Similitudes; Hypocrisy; Self-Examination; Judgment; Humility 4. Saying Summary Jesus asks: “Why do you see the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but…
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The Parable of the Wedding Banquet (Rejection)
1. Title of the Parable The Parable of the Wedding Banquet (with emphasis on rejection) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Rebuke or Warning to Religious Leaders; Kingdom Invitation; Judgment; Unworthiness; External vs. Internal Righteousness 4. Parable Summary Jesus tells a story of a king who prepares a wedding feast…
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Resurrection and Final Judgement (End Time)
Biblical Basis: A. The General Resurrection of the Dead Fulfilment Expectation: Academic References: B. The Final Judgement and Divine Justice Fulfilment Expectation: Academic References: C. Heaven, Hell, and the New Creation Fulfilment Expectation: Academic References: D. Contemporary Views and Misunderstandings Fulfilment Context: Academic References: Conclusion for Section 11 The final…
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1.13 God’s Justice and Judgment
🔹 Story 1: The Great Flood in Noah’s Day Main Characters: Noah, God, humanityStory Summary: Humanity became exceedingly wicked, and God brought a global flood to judge sin. Only Noah and his family, who were righteous, were spared.Key Verses: Genesis 6–9Theme Connection: God judged the world with justice but provided…
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1.14 God’s Mercy Even in Judgment
🔹 Story 1: Adam and Eve Were Covered After the Fall Main Characters: Adam, Eve, GodStory Summary: After Adam and Eve sinned and were expelled from Eden, God still clothed them with garments of skin—providing for them even as judgment was given.Key Verses: Genesis 3:6–24Theme Connection: Though judgment came, God…
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1.16 God’s Judgment and Mercy
🔹 Story 1: The Fall of Adam and Eve Main Characters: Adam, Eve, GodStory Summary: Adam and Eve disobeyed God’s command and were banished from Eden. Yet God mercifully clothed them and promised a future Redeemer through the woman’s offspring.Key Verses: Genesis 3:1–24Theme Connection: God judged their sin with separation…
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7.4 Stories of Judges (Old Testament – OT)
🔹 Story 1: Deborah – A Prophetess and Judge Who Led Israel Main Characters: Deborah, Barak, Jael, SiseraStory Summary: Deborah was a prophetess and the only female judge of Israel. She led the nation during oppression, instructed Barak to fight against Sisera, and foretold victory by a woman—fulfilled when Jael…
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The Symbolic Act: The Cursed Fig Tree
1. Title of the Parable The Cursed Fig Tree (Symbolic Act of Judgment) 2. Scripture Reference(s) 3. Thematic Category Symbolic Rebuke to Religious Leaders; Judgment; Fruitlessness; Hypocrisy; Appearance vs. Reality 4. Parable Summary While not a parable in the traditional narrative form, the cursing of the fig tree is a…