In this episode of our "Psalms" devotional series, we explore the final verses of Psalm 98 and tackle the challenging concept of God's judgment. Discover why the psalmist presents God's coming judgment as a reason for celebration and how it fits into the grand narrative of God's love and justice.
Key Points:
- Psalm 98 concludes with the promise of God coming to judge the earth
- Judgment is a recurring theme throughout the Bible and early Christian creeds
- God's judgment is not at odds with His love; both are essential aspects of His nature
- The concept of judgment provides hope for ultimate justice and accountability
- Without judgment, there would be no resolution to evil and suffering
- Jesus Christ's work on the cross allows us to face judgment with confidence
- We are saved by grace through faith, not our own works
- However, we are still accountable for how we use what God has given us
- There are degrees of punishment and reward in the afterlife
- God's judgment is good news because it means the end of evil and the restoration of His perfect plan
Join us as we delve into this thought-provoking topic and gain a deeper understanding of God's justice, mercy, and the hope we have in Christ.
