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NASB | Revelation 20:6 Blessed and holy is the one who has a part in the first resurrection; over these the second death has no power, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with Him for a thousand years. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Revelation 20:6 Blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired) and holy is the person who takes part in the first resurrection; over these the second death [which is eternal separation from God, the lake of fire] has no power or authority, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and they will reign with Him a thousand years. [Ex 19:6; 1 Pet 2:5, 9; Rev 1:6; 5:10] |
Subject: Is this a lottery? |
Bible Note: I do think "the church" will go thru the tribulation as stated at Rev 7:14 as well.I also believe as the "reader of hearts," God will determine at Armaggedon who would have responded to the good news if they had had opportunity and spare them. Likewise, any that died without the opportunity will be among the unrighteous to be resurrected during the Millenium. All, however, will not "come to life," that is receive eternal life, until after the 1,000 when Satan has been released for the final test. Of course, those of the first or "better" resurrection are rulers with Christ so they do not undergo this test.I brought this subject up to highlight God's awesome justice - superlative mercy, but not without punishment for the incorrigible. "And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God." (Micah 6:8)Meditating on God's perfect justice helps us to "act justly." Thanks for your comments. Take care. |