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The concept that judgments are from God is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, emphasizing God's sovereignty, justice, and righteousness. This principle is foundational to understanding the divine nature and the moral order established by God.

Old Testament Foundations

In the Old Testament, the idea that God is the ultimate judge is clearly articulated. Genesis 18:25 records Abraham's appeal to God's justice: "Far be it from You to do such a thing—to kill the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous and the wicked are treated alike. Far be it from You! Will not the Judge of all the earth do what is right?" This rhetorical question underscores the belief that God, as the Judge of all the earth, will always act justly.

The book of Deuteronomy further establishes God's role as judge. Deuteronomy 32:4 declares, "He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He." This passage highlights God's perfect justice and righteousness, affirming that His judgments are inherently fair and true.

The Psalms frequently reflect on God's judgments. Psalm 9:7-8 states, "But the LORD abides forever; He has established His throne for judgment. He judges the world with justice; He governs the people with equity." Here, God's eternal nature and His role as a just ruler are emphasized, reinforcing the belief that His judgments are equitable and impartial.

Prophetic Literature

The prophets also speak extensively about God's judgments. Isaiah 33:22 proclaims, "For the LORD is our Judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our King; He will save us." This verse encapsulates the multifaceted role of God as judge, lawgiver, and king, indicating that His judgments are integral to His governance and salvation.

In the book of Ezekiel, God's judgments are portrayed as a means of revealing His holiness and righteousness. Ezekiel 7:27 warns, "The king will mourn, the prince will be clothed with despair, and the hands of the people of the land will tremble. I will deal with them according to their conduct, and by their own standards I will judge them. Then they will know that I am the LORD." This passage illustrates that God's judgments serve to demonstrate His divine authority and to bring people to the recognition of His lordship.

New Testament Affirmations

The New Testament continues to affirm that judgments are from God, with a particular focus on the role of Jesus Christ in executing divine judgment. John 5:22 states, "Furthermore, the Father judges no one, but has assigned all judgment to the Son." This verse highlights the authority given to Jesus to carry out God's judgments, underscoring the unity of purpose between the Father and the Son.

The apostle Paul also addresses the theme of divine judgment in his epistles. Romans 2:5-6 warns, "But because of your hard and unrepentant heart, you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of wrath, when God’s righteous judgment will be revealed. God 'will repay each one according to his deeds.'" Here, Paul emphasizes the inevitability and righteousness of God's judgment, which will be based on each individual's actions.

In the book of Revelation, the final judgment is vividly depicted. Revelation 20:12 describes the scene: "And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne. And there were open books, and one of them was the book of life. And the dead were judged according to their deeds, as recorded in the books." This passage affirms the comprehensive and just nature of God's final judgment, where all will be held accountable.

Theological Implications

The belief that judgments are from God carries significant theological implications. It affirms God's ultimate authority over creation and His moral governance of the universe. It also serves as a reminder of the accountability of all people before God, encouraging righteous living in accordance with His will. The consistent biblical portrayal of God as a just judge provides assurance of His fairness and the eventual triumph of justice.

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Deuteronomy 32:39
See now that I, even I, am he, and there is no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither is there any that can deliver out of my hand.
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Job 12:23
He increases the nations, and destroys them: he enlarges the nations, and straitens them again.
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Amos 3:6
Shall a trumpet be blown in the city, and the people not be afraid? shall there be evil in a city, and the LORD has not done it?
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Micah 6:9
The LORD's voice cries to the city, and the man of wisdom shall see your name: hear you the rod, and who has appointed it.
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Greek

419. anexeraunetos -- unsearchable
... Ro 11:33: "Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
How (419 ) are His judgments and unfathomable His ways!" (). ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/419.htm - 7k

Library

The Judgments of God.
... SERMON XX. THE JUDGMENTS OF GOD. LUKE XIII.1-5. There were present at that
season some that told him of the Galilaeans, whose blood ...
/.../kingsley/westminster sermons/sermon xx the judgments of.htm

God's Judgments Shall Then be Explained.
... Chapter 95."God's Judgments Shall Then Be Explained. Then shall be made
clear much that is now dark. For example, when of two ...
/.../augustine/the enchiridion/chapter 95 gods judgments shall then.htm

God's Judgments Upon Fallen Men and Angels. The Death of the Body ...
... Chapter 25."God's Judgments Upon Fallen Men and Angels. The Death of the
Body is Man's Peculiar Punishment. And yet such a nature ...
/.../augustine/the enchiridion/chapter 25 gods judgments upon fallen.htm

Of Deeper Matters, and God's Hidden Judgments which are not to be ...
... "My Son, beware thou dispute not of high matters and of the hidden judgments of
God; why this man is thus left, and that man is taken into so great favour; why ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter lviii of deeper matters.htm

The Fourteenth Chapter: Consider the Hidden Judgments of God Lest ...
... BOOK THREE. INTERNAL CONSOLATION The Fourteenth Chapter: Consider the Hidden Judgments
of God Lest You Become Proud of Your Own Good Deeds. The Disciple ...
/.../kempis/the imitation of christ/the fourteenth chapter consider the.htm

Of Meditation Upon the Hidden Judgments of God, that we May not be ...
... THE THIRD BOOK. ON INWARD CONSOLATION CHAPTER XIV Of meditation upon the hidden
judgments of God, that we may not be lifted up because of our well-doing. ...
/.../kempis/imitation of christ/chapter xiv of meditation upon.htm

Instances of the Unsearchable Judgments of God.
... A Treatise on the gift of perseverance, Chapter 21 [IX.]"Instances of the
Unsearchable Judgments of God. Therefore, of two infants ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 21 ix instances of the.htm

Some Instances of God's Amazing Judgments.
... will. Certainly, in this case the judgments of God, because they are righteous
and deep, may neither be blamed nor penetrated. Among ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 18 some instances of gods.htm

As God's Mercy is Free, So his Judgments are Just, and Cannot be ...
... Chapter 99."As God's Mercy is Free, So His Judgments are Just, and Cannot
Be Gainsaid. Now after commending the mercy of God, saying ...
/.../augustine/the enchiridion/chapter 99 as gods mercy is.htm

The Fifty-Eighth Chapter: High Matters and the Hidden Judgments of ...
... BOOK THREE. INTERNAL CONSOLATION The Fifty-Eighth Chapter: High Matters and the
Hidden Judgments of God Are Not to Be Scrutinized. The Voice of Christ ...
/.../kempis/the imitation of christ/the fifty-eighth chapter high matters.htm