1 Corinthians 13:13-15
their work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each person’s work. If what has been built survives, the builder will receive a reward. If it is burned up, the builder will suffer loss but yet will be saved - even though only as one escaping through the flames.
Someday we will all stand before God and be judged for the work that we profess that we have done for Him. This happens after the great white throne judgement where believers will have their works tested in the fire of God.
The test of the quality of our service for God is going to be judged with absolute standards. What others think of the work that we do for God could well be revealed to be deemed unworthy if it was done with our own selfish, wrong motives.
As I read the above verses, it is a good reminder to tell myself that I cannot be found standing on that day with nothing to show. Even if I have works to show, in this life I need to be mindful that whatever I do should be worthy unto God.
For now, I'm not ready for the works of my hand to be tested, but I'll make haste to correct that. What about you?
M.
