Judgment day is coming and I am not talking about those who are unsaved, as one might expect. No, judgment day is coming for all Christians when we will stand before the Lord and account for our works as believers.
Will our works withstand the test of fire as gold, silver, and precious stones or will they be burned up as wood, hay, and stubble? Will we experience loss or receive rewards?
In his book, "He That Hath Ears," Gary T. Whipple writes that wood represents the world and hay is cut down grass, which represents the flesh. Stubble is an emblem of Satan. Gold is an emblem of deity (the Father), silver is an emblem of redemption (the Son), and precious stones are an emblem of power (the Holy Spirit).
Where does your heart lie?
What motivates you each day?
What idols have taken precedence over your life?
Whom do you toil for?
Whose will are you following?
I ask these questions knowing full well that I often fall short on many accounts. Some days I am a wise virgin. Other days I foolishly neglect to stock up on oil. Or remain cautiously silent when I should be shouting "People get ready... Jesus is coming."
Time is short. What shall we do with it?
Seek first His kingdom.
I agree
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