The King Is Coming: Understanding God’s Judgment, Mercy, and Redemption

This series explores the judgments of God across Scripture, not as random acts of wrath but as divine movements of justice, love, and restoration. From Eden to the End Times, each episode draws listeners into deeper reverence for God’s holiness, a greater appreciation for Christ’s sacrifice, and hope in His coming reign.

The Glory That Awaits: Christ’s Return and the New Creation Theme: Judgment is not the end—it’s the beginning of the eternal reign of the King. This is our blessed hope. - Revelation 21–22 - Romans 8:18–23: Creation’s renewal - The New Heaven and Earth - Worship, glory, and the joy of eternity Discussion Questions: 1. What does the Bible teach about life after final judgment? 2. How does Revelation 21–22 describe the New Heaven and Earth? 3. What is the significance of God dwelling with His people forever? 4. How does the promise of restoration bring hope in suffering? 5. What will eternal worship and joy look like according to Scripture? 6. How should the promise of eternity shape how we live today?

How Christians Interpret the End Times Theme: Diverse eschatological views should lead us to deeper humility, not division. - Overview: Premillennial, Amillennial, Postmillennial - Interpretive lenses: Preterist, Futurist, Historicist, Idealist - Why differences exist - Why unity in Christ’s return matters more than the timeline Discussion Questions: 1. What are the main Christian views of the End Times? 2. How do different views interpret Revelation’s judgments? 3. Why do faithful believers often disagree on eschatology? 4. What are the strengths and weaknesses of each view? 5. How can we discuss End Times theology without division? 6. Why is the return of Christ the unifying hope for all believers?

This series explores the judgments of God across Scripture, not as random acts of wrath but as divine movements of justice, love, and restoration. From Eden to the End Times, each episode draws listeners into deeper reverence for God’s holiness, a greater appreciation for Christ’s sacrifice, and hope in His coming reign.

When God Judges His People: Present Judgment in the Church Theme: Judgment begins in the house of God. Discipline is proof of love—and a call to corporate holiness. - 1 Peter 4:17 - Ananias and Sapphira - Letters to the 7 churches (Revelation 2–3) - Present-day purification and revival Discussion Questions: 1. What does it mean that judgment begins in the house of God? 2. How does God discipline His people in the New Testament era? 3. What warnings and promises do the churches in Revelation receive? 4. How should the Church respond to divine correction? 5. What signs today suggest God is purifying His people? 6. How can we seek revival through repentance and renewal?

The Judgment Seats: Bema and the Great White Throne Theme: All will face judgment—some for reward, others for final separation. - The Bema Seat (2 Corinthians 5:10) - The Great White Throne (Revelation 20) - Eternal rewards vs. eternal separation - Motivation for holy living Discussion Questions: 1. What is the Bema Seat judgment, and who will stand before it? 2. What happens at the Great White Throne judgment? 3. How does understanding these judgments shape our view of eternity? 4. What’s the difference between salvation and rewards in heaven? 5. How does the promise of reward encourage faithfulness? 6. What does Scripture teach about eternal consequences for rejecting Christ?

The Great Tribulation: Wrath and Rescue on a Global Scale Theme: The Tribulation is a final period of divine justice. God’s judgments are severe, but always with a redemptive purpose. - Seals, trumpets, and bowls (Revelation 6–16) - Connections to Daniel and the Olivet Discourse - Major views: Pre-Trib, Mid-Trib, Post-Trib - How believers should prepare spiritually Discussion Questions: 1. What is the purpose of the Great Tribulation in God’s plan? 2. How are the seal, trumpet, and bowl judgments different yet connected? 3. What are the main interpretations of when the Church will face tribulation? 4. Why does God allow such intense global judgment in the End Times? 5. How can believers prepare spiritually for the days ahead? 6. What role does hope play in surviving tribulation and suffering?

The Coming Judge: Jesus in Revelation Theme: Jesus is not only Savior—He is Judge and King, returning in glory. Revelation reveals the majesty of His return. - The Lamb opens the scroll (Revelation 5–6) - Rider on the white horse (Revelation 19) - Jesus sits on the throne (Revelation 20) - The wrath of the Lamb and the paradox of judgment by love Discussion Questions: 1. What does Revelation reveal about Jesus as the Coming Judge? 2. Why is Jesus uniquely qualified to execute judgment at the end of the age? 3. What is the significance of the Lamb also being the Judge? 4. How does Revelation challenge modern ideas of a passive or gentle Christ? 5. What emotions should the return of Christ evoke in believers? 6. How does Jesus’ role as Judge impact how we follow Him today?

The Mercy Window: Why God Delays Judgment Theme: God’s delay is not weakness but mercy. His long-suffering love gives space for repentance. - Abraham interceding for Sodom - Moses pleading for Israel - Jonah and Nineveh - Romans 2 and 2 Peter 3 - Evangelism and urgency in the age of grace Discussion Questions: 1. Why does God often delay judgment in the Bible? 2. How is intercession a powerful act in light of God’s mercy? 3. What can we learn from God’s response to Nineveh’s repentance? 4. How does the idea of divine delay impact our evangelistic urgency? 5. What does Scripture teach us about God’s patience with sinners? 6. In what ways are we living in a “mercy window” today?

The Cross: Where Justice Was Satisfied Theme: The greatest judgment in history fell on Jesus. The Cross is the place where divine justice met divine mercy. - Jesus bore the wrath of God - Fulfillment of Old Testament types (sacrifices, Passover) - Prophecies fulfilled (Isaiah 53) - The Cross as both a judgment and invitation to grace Discussion Questions: 1. Why did God pour out His judgment on Jesus at the Cross? 2. How does the Cross fulfill the requirements of Old Testament law and sacrifice? 3. What does it mean that Jesus became sin for us? 4. How does the Cross reveal the depth of both God’s justice and mercy? 5. How should the judgment at the Cross affect how we live daily? 6. What does the Cross teach us about God’s hatred of sin and love for sinners?