How can we prepare now for the roles mentioned in 1 Corinthians 6:3? The Verse in Focus “Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the matters of this life!” (1 Corinthians 6:3) Our Future Responsibility • Scripture plainly states that believers will share in Christ’s authority to judge angels in the age to come. • Related passages: – “If we endure, we will also reign with Him” (2 Timothy 2:12). – “Then I saw thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge” (Revelation 20:4). – “The Ancient of Days came, and judgment was given to the saints” (Daniel 7:22). Why Preparation Matters Now • Faithfulness in present, earthly matters trains us for heavenly responsibilities. • “His master replied, ‘Well done, good servant! Because you have been faithful in a very small matter, take charge of ten cities’” (Luke 19:17). • Living with eternity in view shapes character, discernment, and devotion. Practical Steps to Prepare 1. Cultivate Upright Judgment • “Stop judging by outward appearances, and judge with righteous judgment” (John 7:24). • Practice resolving conflicts biblically (Matthew 18:15-17), submitting every decision to God’s standards rather than personal preference. 2. Grow in Holiness • “But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15-16). • Pursue purity of thought, speech, and conduct; confess sin quickly; embrace accountability. 3. Deepen Biblical Literacy • “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). • Implement regular, systematic study plans; memorize key passages; compare cross-references to understand God’s judicial standards. 4. Walk in the Spirit • “If we live by the Spirit, let us also walk by the Spirit” (Galatians 5:25). • Daily yield to the Spirit’s guidance, fostering discernment that aligns with God’s heart. 5. Engage in Spiritual Warfare • “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can make your stand against the devil’s schemes” (Ephesians 6:11). • Prayerfully resist temptation, intercede for others, and stand firm against demonic influence as training for future oversight of angels. 6. Serve the Body of Christ • “Speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into Christ Himself” (Ephesians 4:15-16). • Exercise spiritual gifts, mentor younger believers, and participate in church discipline when necessary, learning to balance mercy and justice. 7. Practice Faithful Stewardship • “Each of us will give an account of himself to God” (Romans 14:12). • Handle time, talents, and resources with integrity; manage responsibilities diligently; let everyday decisions reflect eternal accountability. 8. Embrace Humility and Love • “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves” (Philippians 2:3). • Recognize that future authority comes only through current servanthood; love is the ruling principle of all godly judgment. 9. Fix Your Eyes on the Coming Kingdom • “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:2). • Maintain hopeful anticipation of Christ’s return, allowing that hope to purify motives and sustain perseverance. Living Today for Tomorrow’s Throne As believers ground themselves in Scripture, pursue holiness, and exercise righteous judgment in daily life, they are actively being trained for the moment when Christ entrusts them with the sobering privilege of judging angels. Staying faithful now echoes into eternity. |
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