45. Matthew 25:31-45: The Final Judgment

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Life on Word Bible Studies

Baylee Brown

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The Life on Word podcast aims to help you dig into the Word of God and apply it to your life. With each episode focused on one chapter of Scripture, you will learn how to properly interpret passages and be formed more into Christ’s likeness by what is read. The mission of Life on Word is to show that Scripture is the only worthy foundation for one to build their life upon. Please follow along as we begin in Matthew and slowly work our way through the New Testament.

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45. Matthew 25:31-45: The Final Judgment

Life on Word Bible Studies

13 minutes 22 seconds

1 year ago

45. Matthew 25:31-45: The Final Judgment

In the conclusion of the Olivet Discourse, Jesus foretells the final judgment, a scene unique to Matthew's Gospel. He describes the Son of Man gathering nations, separating them like sheep and goats. The righteous, surprised, are commended for their compassionate actions, unknowingly helping Jesus. The goats, neglectful in their deeds, face eternal punishment.

Explore the context of judgment in relation to God's covenant with Israel and the redefined Kingdom through Jesus. Understand that external actions reflect transformed hearts, emphasizing Jesus' consistent teaching on internal righteousness. Regardless of your view on the judgment's timeline, the key is a transformed heart leading to Kingdom living.

As we conclude Matthew 25, embrace the call for ongoing spiritual formation, giving all to the Kingdom and participating in bringing redemption to the world. Salvation is not merely an individual journey but an invitation to join a family on a mission.

Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and visit ⁠⁠⁠bayleelbrown.com⁠⁠⁠ for additional resources! For further study of the source material for this episode, consult N.T. Wright's "Matthew for Everyone" on chapter 25 and Michael J. Wilkins' "Matthew NIV Application Commentary" (pages 804-822).