Based on what "deeds" will resurrected ones be judged? Will it be the deeds they practiced before they died? No! Remember, they were acquitted of their previous sins when they died. Here, then, "their deeds" cannot be deeds from their former life. Rather, these must refer to their deeds in respose to their trainig in the new world. Even such faithful men as Noah, Samuel, David, and Daniel will have to learn about Jesus Christ and exercise faith in his sacrifice. How much more so will the unrighteous!
What will be the final outcome for those who reject this marvelous opportunity? Revelation 20:15 tells us: "Whoever was not found in the book of life was hurled into the lake of fire." Yes, they will be completely destroyed forever. How importat it is, then, to make sure that our name is written in the book of life and that it remains there!
What an exciting time the The Thousand Year Reign will be! It will include the greatest educational program ever undertaken here on earth. But it will also be a time when the conduct of both the righteous and the unrighteous will be evaluated. (Isaiah 26:9; Acts 17:31) How will this educational program be carried out? Our next article will help us to understand and appreciate this wonderful provision.
Next time: "Bringing the Many to Righteousness"
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