Hearers vs Doers of the Law

We discuss the use of the term “Greek” in New Testament translations and if or how it applies to other Gentiles who are not ethnically Greek. We then discussed the reality that while many people are uncomfortable with the idea of God’s final judgment, perhaps an even more unpopular idea regarding the judgment is how it will take place. In today’s reading from Romans we hear, “God shows no partiality.” While this sounds ideal, those who do not receive a favorable judgment will no doubt feel that the judge did not apply the law in an impartial manner. But today’s reading is clear—that God will impartially judge whether or not we lived according to His commandments. Simply hearing or even speaking His message is of no defense for us before the fearful judgment seat of Christ.