Will our justification in Christ prevent us from terror and dishonour at the Judgement Seat of Christ?
Statement on Social Media: To suggest that believers will face dishonor or shame at Christ's judgment seat, one would have to misinterpret many of Paul's declarations about justification and our status as heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ. The wood, hay, and stubble that will be consumed represent the fleshly works, which all true believers will gladly discard. The judgment seat of Christ is a time solely for rejoicing and celebration, akin to a birthday party for every believer. There, we will shed all unwanted things and receive the rewards and crowns that Christ has merited for us as co-heirs and children of God. It is a ceremony of celebration, devoid of any shame or dishonor. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:” (Eph 1:3) “and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus,” (Eph 2:6) “giving thanks to the Father who has qualified...