As a student, English was always one of my worst subjects. During my college entrance exam at the University of Delaware, I scored higher on Spanish than I did English. Beside Language Arts, spelling tests usually gave me trouble, especially on the words with exceptions to the rules. Thus, I was forced to use dictionaries and a thesaurus to improve my vocabulary. Despite my efforts to improve, I still have a hard time visualizing terms, relying on spell check when in doubt is a common practice.
But I tell you that everyone will have to give account on the day of judgment for every empty word they have spoken, Matthew 12:36.
During a discussion with religious leaders, Jesus refers to a different kind of spelling test. At the end of your life, everyone will face a day of judgment. Those who have experienced near death experiences talk about being in a room with a large video screen. The movie on this device is your life story, replaying every good and bad deed that you have ever committed on earth. Depending upon the legacy you left behind, this could be very unnerving and uncomfortable.
For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned, Matthew 12:37.
According to Jesus, this event will be more than a spelling test. Instead of receiving a percentage grade, heaven is based upon a pass/fail scale. Like an individual on trial, a judge will made the final decision based upon actions, behavior and words spoken. This course never ends until your life is over. Therefore, your preparation must begin now with advice from Romans 10:9-10. Going on from here, Colossians 2:6-7 is the next level of faith. While you will endure ups and down, Hebrews 12:1-3 provides one last piece of advice to help you pass this course. If you feel like you going to flunk, paradise is still possible for sinners who repent. May this blog serve as a study guide to help you cross the finish line.
by Jay Mankus
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