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2 Corinthians 5

2 Corinthians 5:10

Our Eternal Dwelling · 2 Corinthians 5:1–10
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Translations

Modern
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.
Traditional
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.
Literal
For it is necessary for us all to appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may receive back the things done through the body according to what he did, whether good or evil.
Latin
Omnes enim nos manifestari oportet ante tribunal Christi, ut referat unusquisque propria corporis, prout gessit, sive bonum, sive malum.

Original

Greek
English
For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.

Notes

2 Corinthians 5:9–10

The goal of life is to please him (see also Romans 12:1–2; 14:18; Colossians 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 4:1). This goal will be tested when we stand before Christ for judgment. The judge is also our advocate, so we are confident of being found not guilty (Romans 8:1, 33–34). However, actions done in this earthly body will be evaluated and held accountable (Acts 17:31).

2 Corinthians 5:1–10

The idea of eternal hope is promising, with heavenly bodies replacing our dying ones. The God of resurrection will raise us and present us with all believers (4:14). Paul faced challenges in Ephesus, which inspired this statement about resurrection hope (1:8–11). His body's weakness reminded him of life after death, when our earthly body will be taken down in death and decay (see 1 Corinthians 15:42–57; Philippians 3:20–21).

Parallels

Romans 8:18–27

People

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

Glossary

Ascension of Christ Bema Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Death Glorification Judgment Seat Last Judgment Rest Second Coming of Christ Second Letter to the Corinthians

Topics

Christ is God: As God, the Judge Disrespect Fear of God: A Motive of Obedience God's Judgment Good Works: Shall be Brought Into the Judgment Jesus, the Christ: Divinity of God the Judge Jesus, the Christ: Judge Judgment: The General Making Excuses Mistreating Others Passing Judgment Personal Responsibility Perversity The Judgment Day The Judgment: Shall be Administered by Christ The Judgment: The Certainty of, a Motive to Holiness The Punishment of the Wicked: Shall Be: According to Their Deeds What Happens When you Die Works: Good: Will be Brought Into Judgment