THE JUDGMENT

The Analogy

Now let us review a real life scenario so that we can find the concepts of judgment more relatable.

Suppose a person is accused of armed robbery, a crime against the laws of the land, and gets arrested. After his arrest and confinement, or jailing, a time is set whereby the person is supposed to appear in court.

Breaking the Ice

When judgment is mentioned in this day and age it always has a punitive connotation, to mean, it is often thought of as punishing. Therefore, if you tell someone that he or she is going to be judged, it is understood that they are going to be punished.

This is not an accurate understanding of what judgment means. It is a half understanding of judgment at best and it creates a stumbling block in biblical understanding. 

Let me explain.