Pastor John presents a structured biblical view of the believer’s future, emphasizing accountability, spiritual maturity, and preparation for eternity. He outlines three end points for the redeemed: the present heaven where believers appear before the Judgment Seat of Christ, the millennial reign of Christ on earth, and the final state in the new heaven and new earth where God dwells with His people eternally.

Salvation through Christ fully removes condemnation and pays for all sin – past, present, and future – yet does not remove responsibility. Christians are still accountable for their conduct after salvation, particularly unrepented actions and attitudes. While the Bible shows that sinlessness is impossible due to the Adamic nature, Christians are nevertheless called to walk in the light through ongoing repentance, humility, and submission to the Holy Spirit.

Attitude sins such as anger, resentment, gossip, unforgiveness, and pride often do more damage than outward moral failures. Pastor John stresses the importance of immediate repentance, self-examination, and conflict resolution according to Christ’s instructions, rather than allowing bitterness or division to take root within the church.

The Judgment Seat of Christ is a real and personal court appearance for every believer, where faithfulness – not status or talent – will be evaluated. Rewards, rank, and responsibility in the millennial kingdom and the new creation will be assigned based on how faithfully believers carried out the work entrusted to them. Earthly work, whether prestigious or humble, is judged by diligence, attitude, integrity, and willingness to serve beyond what is required.

Spiritual growth only occurs in this life. Eternity does not bring further development but preserves the maturity formed during earthly life. This is why you must prepare now.

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