Matthew 16:27
What is written? (ESV)
For the Son of Man is going to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay each person according to what he has done.
What does it say?
The Son of Man [Jesus] will come with His angels in the glory of God the Father, and then He will judge according to the works of each person.
What is its immediate context?
Near the end of Jesus’ public ministry and six days before (17:1) the transfiguration of Jesus before Peter, James, and John. Jesus is preparing them for His coming death. There are parallel accounts in Mark 8:31-9:1 and Luke 9:22-27, but neither records this specific statement by Jesus.
How Matthew 16:27 is applied across Bible answers
Will we be judged according to works?
Jesus describes final judgment when He will "repay" or judge according to what each person has "done" (their works).
