The Building Material. 1 Corinthians 3
11 For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12 Now if anyone builds on this foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, 13 each one’s work will become clear; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire; and the fire will test each one’s work, of what sort it is. 14 If anyone’s work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. 15 If anyone’s work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire.
Good Morning. Yesterday we spoke of works a Christian does that are selfish in nature. They were represented as works that are perishable such as hay, wood and stubble. These kinds of works, which are self-centered will be burned up in the judgment seat (Bema) of Christ (2 Corinthians 5:10). Today we will discuss non-perishable works, these works are durable and withstand the fire of judgment! They are represented here as precious stones, silver and gold. They are works for Jesus done for the glory of God. They might be works such as teaching, preaching, witnessing or loving people. These are durable works that withstand the firey judgment of Christ. These works will be rewarded! God remembers to give a reward if someone gives even a cup of water in His name. God also writes His Book of Remembrance for those who reverence and honor the Lord (Malachi 3:16). Daniel 12:3 “….And those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever.” So we see that God not only remembers but He rewards His children for their/our service to Him through Jesus! Remember too that this is a judgment on our works only not our salvation which Jesus paid for on the cross. God bless.
Love in Christ, Terry June 21, 2024
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