“And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment” (Hebrews 9:27).
Ernie came to church on a drunken dare. Many couldn’t remember Ernie being sober. Even on the Sunday morning he came to church, most could tell that he was still under the influence of the alcohol. Old Angry Ernie came late, but he was present when the pastor quoted Hebrews 9:27. Suddenly old Ernie started to squirm. He felt like everyone must be staring at him. He glanced around and saw that no one was looking. He was under such conviction that he couldn’t wait to speak to the pastor after the service. That day the Spirit of God took the Word of God and applied it with great conviction. The pastor explained the difference between the Judgment Seat of Christ for the believer and then a little over 1,000 years later the Great White Throne for those who don’t know the Lord Jesus. It was a great day for Ernie. WE need to be as sensitive and responsive to the Holy Spirit.
For today: Mankind has an appointment, declares God’s Word. How will this affect you today?