2 Corinthians 5:10-11
What is written? (ESV)
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil. Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade others. But what we are is known to God, and I hope it is known also to your conscience.
What does it say?
We will all appear before the judgment seat of Christ in order to receive what is due from our works, whether good or bad. Therefore, knowing the fear of God, we persuade others. What we are is known to God, and I hope it is also known to your consciences.
What is its immediate context?
Paul is speaking of the temporary state the Christian finds themself in – yearning to be “further clothed” but still in this “tent” in which we “groan” to be with Him (vss 1-4).
How 2 Corinthians 5:10-11 is applied across Bible answers
What is the fear of the Lord?
Fearing God is standing in awe of Him.
Who will come before God in judgment?
Paul says "all appear before the judgment seat of Christ."
Will we be judged according to works?
Final judgment will be based on what someone "has done" -- either good or bad/evil.
